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HR 138

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Martin Landrieu for his service to the Lakeview community in New Orleans

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Stephanie Hilferty

Louisiana HR 138 formally commends Martin Landrieu for over 30 years of Lakeview leadership and contributions to safety, revitalization, and zoning planning.

Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
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Bill Summary · HR 138

Summary of Louisiana HR 138 (2026 Regular Session)

Title

Commends Martin Landrieu for his service to the Lakeview community in New Orleans.

Purpose and Intent

  • Recognizes and honors the civic contributions and leadership of Martin Landrieu within the Lakeview neighborhood of New Orleans.
  • Expresses the House of Representatives’ appreciation for his decades of service and impact on community quality of life, safety, and engagement.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Official commendation of Martin Landrieu by the Louisiana House of Representatives.
  • Acknowledges specific leadership roles and accomplishments:
    • President of the Lakeview Civic Improvement Association.
    • President of the Lakeview Crime Prevention District.
    • Chairman of the District 5 Neighborhood Recovery Group (post-Hurricane Katrina), which coordinated seven Lake Area neighborhood associations for rebuilding and revitalization.
    • Instrumental role in the creation and drafting of the current Lake Area Zoning Districts during the hurricane recovery period.
  • The resolution formally conveys enduring appreciation and public recognition for his efforts to improve the Lakeview neighborhood.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Individual: Martin Landrieu (entitled to formal commendation).
  • Community: Lakeview neighborhood in New Orleans, recognizing ongoing civic leadership and contributions to safety, revitalization, and quality of life.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Legislative status: Adopted as a House Resolution.
  • Procedural history:
    • Read by title and adopted on April 15, 2026.
    • Enrolled and signed by the Speaker of the House (April 16–17, 2026) and presented to the Secretary of State (April 17, 2026).
  • Sponsor: Representative Stephanie Hilferty (co-sponsor).

Notes

  • This is a symbolic and ceremonial measure, not a statute or appropriation.
  • The digest confirms the document is a formal commendation and part of legislative record-keeping, not a substantive policy change.

Bottom Line

HR 138 serves to formally commend Martin Landrieu for more than thirty years of service to the Lakeview community, highlighting his leadership roles, contributions to post-Katrina recovery, and influence on zoning planning, with the Louisiana House expressing enduring appreciation for his impact on Lakeview’s safety, vitality, and quality of life.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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