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SR 28

CONDOLENCES: Expresses sincere and heartfelt condolences upon the passing of Patricia Ann McKinney Pendergrass.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Adam Bass

Louisiana Senate expresses condolences to the family of Patricia Ann McKinney Pendergrass and sends a copy of the resolution honoring her Air Force service and community involvemen

Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 3/27/2026.
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Bill Summary · SR 28

Overview

  • Bill: SR 28
  • Type: Senate Resolution
  • Jurisdiction: Louisiana
  • Session: 2026 Regular Session
  • Sponsor: Senator Bass (co-sponsor: Adam Bass)
  • Purpose: Express sincere and heartfelt condolences of the Louisiana Senate upon the death of Patricia Ann McKinney Pendergrass

Main Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution serves a ceremonial and commemorative function, honoring and expressing condolences to the family and friends of Patricia Ann McKinney Pendergrass following her death on February 23, 2026, at age 71.
  • It acknowledges her life, service, and impact on the Minden, Louisiana community, and her affiliations with family, faith, and public service.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Expresses sincere and heartfelt condolences from the Louisiana Senate to the family and friends of Patricia Ann McKinney Pendergrass.
  • Highlights biographical notes, including:
    • Birth: June 11, 1954
    • Service: United States Air Force (1976–1980), attained rank of captain
    • Residence and community involvement in Minden, Louisiana
    • Participation in First Baptist Church of Minden ministries
    • Dedication to students at Glenbrook School
    • Personal qualities: faith, family dedication, love for Minden, perseverance despite rheumatoid arthritis diagnosed at age 24
    • Family survivors: husband Ty Pendergrass (forty-eight years), three sons (Tristan, Jeremy, Andy), grandchildren, sisters, and extended family
  • Directs that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to the family of Patricia Ann McKinney Pendergrass.

Who or What Would Be Affected

  • Primary Effect: Public acknowledgment and ceremonial expression of sympathy by the Louisiana Senate.
  • The family and friends of Patricia Ann McKinney Pendergrass receive formal recognition and a transmitted copy of the resolution.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • History of Action:
    • Adopted and read by title; rules suspended on March 17, 2026.
    • Read by title and adopted on March 18, 2026.
    • Enrolled and signed by the President of the Senate; transmitted to the Secretary of State on March 27, 2026 (enrollment date listed as March 30, 2026).
  • No fiscal impact or policy changes are involved; this is a ceremonial expression of condolences.

Summary

SR 28 is a ceremonial Louisiana Senate resolution honoring Patricia Ann McKinney Pendergrass for her service in the U.S. Air Force, community involvement in Minden, and commitment to faith and family. It conveys the Senate’s condolences to her family and requests that a copy of the resolution be sent to them. The measure passed through standard ceremonial procedures and has no accompanying policy changes or fiscal implications.

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

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