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SR 19

CONDOLENCES: Expresses sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Grady R. Hazel on the occasion of his passing.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Franklin Foil

Expresses sincere condolences and honors Grady R. Hazel’s leadership, mentorship, and lasting impact on Louisiana’s accounting profession and public service.

Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 3/19/2026.
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Bill Summary · SR 19

Overview

  • Bill: SR 19
  • Session: 2026
  • Jurisdiction: Louisiana
  • Type: Senate Resolution
  • Sponsor: Senator Foil (Co-sponsor: Senator Franklin Foil)
  • Purpose: Express sincere condolences to the family and friends of Grady R. Hazel, CPA, CGMA, and honor his life, leadership, and contributions to Louisiana and the accounting profession.

Main Purpose and Intent

  • To formally mourn and recognize the passing of Grady R. Hazel (died February 14, 2026, age 78).
  • To honor Hazel’s leadership, public service, and impact on the accounting profession in Louisiana.
  • To acknowledge Hazel’s roles in advancing the CPA profession, mentoring professionals, and supporting regulation and integrity within the field.

Key Provisions and Provisions’ Effects

As a resolution, SR 19:
- Expresses the sincere condolences of the Louisiana Senate.
- Commends Hazel’s life, leadership, and enduring contributions to Louisiana and to the accounting profession.
- Recognizes Hazel’s career milestones:
- Early leadership as a student and educator.
- Long public service with East Baton Rouge Parish School Board (23 years) in roles including Associate Superintendent of Business Affairs.
- Executive Director of the Society of Louisiana Certified Public Accountants (1995–2012).
- Collaboration with state agencies and regulatory bodies to safeguard the CPA designation.
- Role in the Louisiana Accountancy Act signing in 1999.
- Leadership and support to CPAs during Katrina and Rita recovery.
- Service on the Louisiana State Board of Certified Public Accountants (representing southeastern parishes; served until Oct. 2, 2025; roles included Treasurer and Secretary).
- Later tenure as Chief Financial Officer at The Dunham School in Baton Rouge.
- Highlights Hazel’s qualities: integrity, humility, wisdom, mentorship, and commitment to education and professional ethics.

Who Is Affected

  • Primary: Grady R. Hazel (deceased) and his family, friends, colleagues, and professional peers.
  • Broader impact: Members of the Louisiana accounting community, educators, and public officials who benefited from Hazel’s leadership and collaboration.
  • Legislative impact: None in terms of lawmaking; ceremonial endorsement and acknowledgment by the Louisiana Senate.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Filed and Enrolled: The resolution was enrolled on March 23, 2026.
  • Readings and Adoption:
    • Introduced in the Senate: March 11, 2026.
    • Read by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading: March 11, 2026.
    • Read by title and adopted: March 16, 2026.
  • Final Action: Signed by the President of the Senate and transmitted to the Secretary of State (March 19, 2026).

Additional Notes

  • The resolution includes a formal transmission clause requesting a copy be sent to Hazel’s family.
  • This is a ceremonial and commemorative measure, not a substantive policy change or budget item.

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

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