COMMENDATIONS: Commends Lane "Frenchie" Boudreaux for extraordinary heroism and self-sacrifice during the Vietnam War

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Chuck Owen

Louisiana formally commends Vietnam veteran Lane "Frenchie" Boudreaux for carrying a fallen comrade under heavy fire during a 1969 rescue.

Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.

Purpose and intent

The bill is a House Concurrent Resolution that commends Lane "Frenchie" Boudreaux for his extraordinary heroism and self-sacrifice during the Vietnam War.

It honors his actions on March 19, 1969, specifically his role in recovering the body of Sergeant First Class James H. Moore under enemy fire.

The resolution frames the act as emblematic of core military values (courage, sacrifice, brotherhood) and aligns with Memorial Day observances.

Key provisions and changes

Official commendation: The Louisiana Legislature formally commends Lane "Frenchie" Boudreaux for his conduct on March 19, 1969.

Narrative of actions: Recites that Boudreaux, a Corporal in the unit, carried the body of a larger fallen comrade (Sergeant Moore) in a fireman’s carry while under heavy enemy fire and did not abandon him.

Context and recognition: Documents that Moore was posthumously awarded the Silver Star and that Boudreaux and others on Mobile Training Team II were recognized by their chain of command for actions worthy of high decorations.

Purposeful tone: Emphasizes Memorial Day as a time to remember fallen service members and reaffirm values of courage and sacrifice.

Formal endorsement: The resolution expresses enduring appreciation for Boudreaux’s service and heroism.

Who/what is affected

Individual recognized: Lane "Frenchie" Boudreaux, a living Vietnam War veteran.

Broader impact: The resolution serves to publicly acknowledge and honor his valor on a state legislative record and during Memorial Day observances.

No direct changes to law or policy: This is a ceremonial commendation with symbolic significance rather than regulatory or funding provisions.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Status: Read by title and lies over under the rules (as of the provided action history).

Sponsor: Representative Owen, with co-sponsor Representative Chuck Owen.

Session: 2026 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature.

Effect: Acknowledges and commemorates rather than implementing procedural or budgetary changes.

Notable details

Date of the cited act: March 19, 1969.

Military unit context: Involved members of Mobile Training Team II and an operation near Dien Ban District; Moore served as a Heavy Weapons Infantry Advisor.

Outcome cited: Moore posthumously awarded the Silver Star; Boudreaux and his fellow Marines recognized for actions worthy of the highest decorations.

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