CONDOLENCES: Expresses sincere and heartfelt condolences upon the passing of Kirby Shawn Dawson, Assistant Chief City Marshal.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Sam Jenkins

The bill formally expresses condolences and honors Kirby Shawn Dawson for his decades of public service and youth mentorship in law enforcement.

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.

1) Purpose and Intent

SR 78 expresses sincere condolences from the Louisiana Senate on the passing of Kirby Shawn Dawson, Assistant Chief City Marshal of Shreveport.

TheResolution honors Dawson’s life, public service, leadership, and contributions to the community, particularly through his law enforcement work and mentorship with youth.

2) Key Provisions and Changes

Formal Expression of Condolences: The bill serves as an official, ceremonial recognition by the Louisiana Senate.

Honors and Tributes: The resolution recounts Dawson’s background, education, career, leadership roles, and personal qualities (integrity, compassion, mentorship).

Acknowledgement of Service: Highlights Dawson’s tenure with the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office (2002) and the Shreveport City Marshal’s Office (since 2005), culminating as Assistant Chief Deputy Marshal.

Mention of Community Impact: Emphasizes his leadership in the D.A.R.E. program and his role as a mentor to youth.

Social and Family Recognition: Extends condolences to his wife, children, family, colleagues, and the community.

3) Who or What Would Be Affected

Primary: Kirby Shawn Dawson (deceased).

Secondary: The Shreveport City Marshal’s Office, Dawson’s family, colleagues, and the broader community that benefited from his service and mentorship.

The resolution’s impact is ceremonial and symbolic, intersecting with the public record of state government rather than implementing policy changes.

4) Procedural and Timeline Aspects

Introduction and Adoption:

Introduced in the Senate by Senator Jenkins (Co-sponsor: Senator Sam Jenkins).
Read by title and adopted on April 14, 2026; prior action includes Rules suspension and passage to the calendar for a second reading.

Legislative Effect:

As a Senate Resolution (SR), it does not create enforceable law but formally records condolences and honors Dawson’s life.

Transmission:

The resolution calls for a copy to be transmitted to Dawson’s family as an expression of sympathy and appreciation.

5) Notable Details

Dawson’s Background:

Born May 28, 1971; longtime Caddo Parish resident.
Education: Huntington High School (1989), Southern University, and a Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice from Wiley College.
Career: Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office (2002); Shreveport City Marshal’s Office (2005–present), culminating as Assistant Chief Deputy Marshal.

Personal Qualities Highlighted:

Leadership marked by integrity, compassion, approachability, and steadfast service.
Commitment to youth mentorship through the D.A.R.E. program.

This summary captures the bill’s ceremonial purpose, the biographical and service details highlighted, the affected parties, and the procedural steps and timeline surrounding SR 78.

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