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HCR 18

COMMENDATIONS: Commends the Pope John Paul II Catholic High School Lady Jaguars Soccer Team on winning the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2026 Division IV state championship

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Stephanie Berault and 2 co-sponsors

Louisiana legislature formally commends Pope John Paul II Catholic High School's Lady Jaguars for winning the 2026 LHSAA Division IV girls soccer state championship.

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 · HCR 18

Legislative bill overview

HCR 18 is a commendatory resolution recognizing Pope John Paul II Catholic High School's Lady Jaguars soccer team for winning the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2026 Division IV state championship. The bill serves as an official legislative acknowledgment of this athletic achievement.

Why is this important

Commendatory resolutions celebrate local accomplishments and foster community pride in student-athlete achievements. They create a formal legislative record of athletic excellence and can boost school morale and recognition within the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Use of legislative time: Some argue that legislature should prioritize substantive policy over ceremonial resolutions, particularly when legislative sessions have limited time
  • Selective recognition: Questions about whether all state champions receive equal commendation, or if some schools/sports receive more legislative attention than others
  • Precedent concerns: Could establish expectations for legislative commendations for every state championship across all schools and sports in Louisiana

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

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