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SR 72

CONDOLENCES: Expresses sincere and heartfelt condolences on the passing of William F. "Charlie" McCarthy.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Gerald Boudreaux

Louisiana Senate honors William F. "Charlie" McCarthy for his WWII military service, long insurance career, and extensive contributions to basketball officiating.

Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 4/16/2026.
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Bill Summary · SR 72

Summary of Senate Resolution No. 72 (SR 72), 2026 Regular Session, Louisiana

1) Purpose and Intent

  • SR 72 expresses sincere and heartfelt condolences from the Louisiana Senate on the passing of William F. "Charlie" McCarthy.
  • The resolution also serves to celebrate McCarthy’s long life of service, leadership, dedication, and achievement.

2) Key Provisions and Provisions to Expect

  • Formal expression of condolences by the Senate to McCarthy’s family and friends.
  • Acknowledgement of McCarthy’s life and numerous contributions, including:
    • Military service: United States Navy, Amphibious Forces, World War II (1942–1945).
    • Post-war career: State Farm Insurance agent in Independence, Louisiana (two decades).
    • Basketball officiating: 30 years as an SEC official, with recognized enthusiasm and fairness.
    • Basketball refereeing-related roles after active officiating:
    • NBA observer for five years, providing notes and insights.
    • Subsequently invited by the SEC to serve in a similar observer capacity.
  • Personal details highlighted:
    • Born August 7, 1922, in Fall River, Massachusetts.
    • Died July 18, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at age 102.
    • Survived by his wife of 75 years, Frances Marie "Frankie" McCarthy, and his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren listed in the resolution.
  • The resolution requests that a copy be transmitted to Frances Marie "Frankie" McCarthy.

3) Who/What Is Affected

  • Primary audience: McCarthy family and friends.
  • Broader audience: Louisiana Senate, the public, and anyone who follows or honors veterans, public servants, and sports officials.
  • No changes to law or government programs; the effect is ceremonial and symbolic.

4) Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Sponsorship: Co-sponsored by Senator Gerald Boudreaux.
  • Action history:
    • Introduced: April 13, 2026.
    • Read by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading: April 13, 2026.
    • Read by title and adopted: April 14, 2026.
  • Type of measure: Non-binding symbolic resolution (condolences and recognition), not creating enforceable obligations or appropriations.

5) Notable Details

  • The resolution emphasizes McCarthy’s diverse service: military, public service as an insurance agent, and extensive involvement in basketball officiating and observer roles at the SEC and NBA levels.
  • The document includes a heartfelt commemorative narrative and lists surviving family members and descendants.

6) Bottom Line

SR 72 is a ceremonial Senate resolution honoring William F. "Charlie" McCarthy for his lifetime of service and achievements, particularly his WWII military service, long career in insurance, and significant contributions to basketball officiating and refereeing. It serves as an official expression of condolence and recognition by the Louisiana Senate.

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

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