CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the tragic loss of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Roy Adams and 102 co-sponsors

HR 258 is a ceremonial measure expressing condolences from Louisiana to the families and community of eight Shreveport children who tragically died.

Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.

Summary of HR 258 (2026, Louisiana)

1) Purpose and Intent

HR 258 is a House Resolution expressing condolences from the Louisiana House of Representatives.

It honors and mourns the tragic loss of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana, on April 19, 2026.

2) Key Provisions and Changes

The resolution does not enact new law or policy; rather, it officially communicates the House’s sorrow and extends sympathy.

It lists the eight children by name and school affiliation, highlighting their community ties and personal characteristics:

Mar'Kaydon Pugh (fourth grade, Linwood Public Charter School)
Sariahh Snow (fourth grade, Summer Grove Elementary School)
Khedarrion Snow (kindergarten, Summer Grove Elementary School)
Braylon Snow (pre-kindergarten, Johnnie Cochran Head Start Center)
Layla Pugh (second grade, Linwood Public Charter School)
Kayla Pugh (first grade, Linwood Public Charter School)
Shayla Elkins (kindergarten, Linwood Public Charter School)
Jayla Elkins (three years old)

The resolution describes personal qualities and the impact of the children’s lives to convey the depth of the loss to families and the community.

The formal measure expresses “heartfelt condolences” and offers sincere wishes that the families and loved ones find comfort in memories.

3) Affected Parties

Directly affects:

The members of the Louisiana House of Representatives (as recipients of the condolences on behalf of the state).
Families, friends, and communities connected to the eight children in Shreveport.

Indirectly signals statewide recognition of a local tragedy and may influence public commemorations or ceremonial responses.

4) Procedural and Timeline Aspects

The bill is a House Resolution (not a bill proposing new law), serving a formal, ceremonial function.

Action history shows the resolution was read by title on May 8, 2026.

Sponsors and co-sponsors include Representatives Phelps, Bamburg, Jackson, Larvadain, Melerine, Walters, with Joy Walters and others listed as co-sponsors.

5) Practical Implications

No fiscal impact, policy change, or regulatory effect.

Serves as an official expression of condolence and reflects the Legislature’s acknowledgment of a local tragedy.

May be used by media and community leaders to note that the state legislature has publicly recognized the event and offered sympathy.

Overall, HR 258 is a ceremonial measure honoring eight children who lost their lives and extending condolences to their families and the Shreveport community.