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SCR 72

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Todd McClure on being inducted into the 2026 class of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Alan Seabaugh

Louisiana formally recognizes Todd McClure for his induction into the 2026 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame, highlighting his LSU and NFL career and community impact.

Sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 5/22/2026.
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Bill Summary · SCR 72

Overview

  • Bill: Senate Concurrent Resolution (SCR) No. 72
  • Session: 2026 Regular Session, Louisiana
  • Principal purpose: Commend Todd McClure on being inducted into the 2026 class of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame
  • Sponsor: Senator Alan Seabaugh (co-sponsor)

Main purpose and intent

  • The resolution formally recognizes and commends Todd McClure for his induction into the 2026 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame.
  • It highlights McClure’s athletic achievements at the high school and college levels, his NFL career, and his lasting contributions to Louisiana sports and community pride.
  • The document serves as an official expression of the Legislature’s respect and appreciation for McClure’s career and impact.

Key provisions and changes

  • The resolution states that:
    • The Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame, located in Natchitoches, selects inductees in collaboration with the Louisiana Sports Writers Association.
    • The 2026 induction class includes Todd McClure.
    • McClure’s background includes:
    • High school: Central High School (standout in football; all-state in football and significant contributor to a deep run in basketball)
    • College: Louisiana State University (LSU Tigers) — started 37 games at center; All-SEC in 1997 and 1998; first-team All-American by the American Football Coaches Association
    • NFL: Drafted in the seventh round of the 1999 NFL Draft by the Atlanta Falcons; overcame a torn ACL in rookie season; started as center for the Falcons starting mid-2000 season; appeared in 198 regular-season games with 195 starts; played in 9 postseason games
    • Honors: Inducted into the Atlanta Falcons Ring of Honor on October 30, 2022
  • The resolution requests that a copy be transmitted to Todd McClure.

Who/what is affected

  • Todd McClure receives formal recognition from the Louisiana Legislature.
  • The Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame is acknowledged as the institution conferring the induction.
  • No regulatory or policy changes; this is a ceremonial/recognition measure.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Status: Introduced in the Senate and placed on the calendar for a second reading (as of the latest action: 2026-05-18).
  • Nature: Concurrent resolution (requires concurrence by both houses for adoption).
  • Effective date: Not specified in the text; typically becomes effective upon passage and signing, with publication as the official record of commendation.

Notable details

  • The resolution emphasizes McClure’s durability (198 regular-season games, 195 starts) and discipline (only 22 penalties across 198 games).
  • It notes his nickname “Mud Duck” and his enduring legacy as a source of Louisiana pride.

If you’d like, I can provide a one-paragraph citizen-friendly summary or a side-by-side comparison with typical Hall of Fame commendations to help readers understand how these resolutions function as ceremonial recognitions.

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

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