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SR 26

COMMENDATIONS: Commends James C. Walsh on being named the 2026 Hibernian of the Year in Louisiana.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Beth Mizell

The resolution ceremonially commends James C. Walsh for being named the 2026 Hibernian of the Year in Louisiana.

Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 3/19/2026.
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Bill Summary · SR 26

Summary of SR 26 (Louisiana) — 2026

Purpose and intent

  • SR 26 is a commendation resolution recognizing and honoring an individual for a notable achievement. Specifically, it commends James C. Walsh for being named the 2026 Hibernian of the Year in Louisiana.
  • The bill serves to publicly acknowledge this recognition and celebrate the recipient’s accomplishment within the state.

Key provisions and changes

  • The resolution states a formal commendation of James C. Walsh.
  • It notes the title awarded to Walsh (the 2026 Hibernian of the Year in Louisiana) and the significance of this honor within the state.
  • No appropriation, regulatory change, or policy implementation is contained in the resolution. It is ceremonial in nature.

Who or what is affected

  • Primary subject: James C. Walsh.
  • The broader affected audience includes the Louisiana Legislature, state residents, and communities connected to the Hibernian organization and its recognition programs.
  • There are no direct fiscal implications, regulatory burdens, or programmatic changes imposed on state agencies or departments.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced in the Louisiana Senate and received routine actions typical for a concurrent or ceremonial resolution:
    • March 16, 2026: Rules suspended and placed on the calendar for a second reading.
    • March 17, 2026: Read by title and adopted.
    • March 23, 2026: Enrolled and sent to the Secretary of State (the President of the Senate signed off, with the action date noted as March 19, 2026).
  • This sequence indicates a standard, expedited passage for a ceremonial commendation without substantive policy debate.

Additional context

  • Co-sponsor: Beth Mizell.
  • As a ceremonial resolution, SR 26 does not create duties, modify existing laws, or authorize spending. Its primary function is to publicly acknowledge and celebrate an individual’s achievement.

If you’d like, I can add context about the Hibernian of the Year designation or provide a short biographical note about James C. Walsh based on additional sources.

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