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HR 154

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church and School on the occasion of its seventy-fifth annual Tomato Festival

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Bayham

Louisiana House formally commends Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church and School for its ongoing community contributions and hosting the 75th Tomato Festival.

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 154

Summary of House Resolution 154 (2026, Louisiana)

Purpose

  • HR 154 seeks to commend Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church and School in Chalmette, Louisiana, on the occasion of the parish’s seventy-fifth annual Tomato Festival.
  • The resolution expresses appreciation for the church and school’s contributions to the Chalmette community and to St. Bernard Parish, notably through support of the Tomato Festival.

Key Provisions and Provisions Change

  • Official action: The Louisiana House of Representatives formally commends and recognizes Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church and School.
  • Scope: The commendation highlights the long-running Tomato Festival, which began in 1951, and its role in honoring the Creole tomato and supporting local culture, as well as funding for church and school renovations and upgrades.
  • Accessibility/Encouragement: The resolution encourages citizens to support local festivals that celebrate Louisiana communities’ culture and heritage.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Primary beneficiary being honored: Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church and School (St. Bernard Parish’s Catholic school).
  • Local community impact: Acknowledges the festival’s role in community cohesion, cultural celebration, and fundraising for parish facilities.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Sponsorship: Co-sponsored by Mike Bayham.
  • Consideration timeline:
    • Read by title and adopted on April 16, 2026.
    • Read by title on April 15, 2026.
  • Nature of bill: This is a ceremonial resolution (commendation), not a law or administrative rule, and does not create or modify legal obligations beyond formal recognition.

Context and Details

  • Festival details highlighted in the resolution:
    • The 75th Tomato Festival took place from April 17–19, 2026.
    • Festival activities include a variety of foods (e.g., chargrilled oysters, Tomato-a-la-Chalmette, barbecue, Cuban sandwiches, tacos, crawfish, fried rice, pizza, hamburgers), live entertainment, carnival rides, and games.
    • Special events include the Miss, Teen, and Junior Pageants and the Tomato Festival Children’s Pageant (on April 18).
    • The festival’s theme was "Rock of Ages."
  • Cultural significance: The festival honors the Creole tomato grown in the mineral-rich soil of St. Bernard and Plaquemines parishes, reflecting the region’s unique agricultural and cultural heritage.

Bottom Line

HR 154 is a formal, non-binding recognition by the Louisiana House of Representatives praising Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church and School for their ongoing contributions to the Chalmette community and for hosting the historic seventy-fifth Tomato Festival. It serves to celebrate local culture and encourage continued support for regional festivals.

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

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