Mourning the death of Louis Coppola, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Pete Harckham

J 1267 memorializes Louis Coppola, mourning his death and honoring his community service, and offers condolences.

REFERRED TO FINANCE

J 1267 — Mourning the death of Louis Coppola, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community

Overview

J 1267 is a resolution introduced on September 26, 2025, that honors and mourns the death of Louis Coppola, recognizing him as a distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community. The measure is classified as a resolution and has been referred to the Finance Committee for consideration.

Purpose and intent

Express condolences to Louis Coppola’s family and loved ones.

Recognize and commemorate Coppola’s life, his character, and his contributions to the community.

Officially record and acknowledge the impact of Coppola’s public service or community involvement within the legislative journal and related official channels.

Direct appropriate dissemination of the resolution (e.g., transmission to the family and/or publication in legislative records).

Key provisions (typical elements)

While the exact text is not provided, memorial resolutions of this type generally include:
- A statement mourning Coppola’s passing and noting date of death.
- A narrative recognizing his service, leadership, and contributions to the community.
- Expressions of sympathy from the Legislature to Coppola’s family.
- Authorization for the clerk to transmit copies of the resolution and to publish it in official records.

Fiscal impact

Resolutions of this nature typically have minimal to no direct fiscal impact.

Any incidental costs would relate to routine printing and distribution of the resolution, usually considered negligible and accommodated within standard legislative operations.

Affected parties

Louis Coppola’s family and estate.

Community members who benefited from his work and involvement.

Members and staff of the Legislature, which will formally adopt and circulate the resolution.

Procedural history and status

Introduced: September 26, 2025.

Legislative actions: Referred to the Finance Committee on September 26, 2025 (listed twice in the record).

Sponsor: Pete Harckham (primary).

Summary

J 1267 is a ceremonial, non-substantive resolution aimed at honoring the life and contributions of Louis Coppola and offering formal condolences. It has been referred to the Finance Committee for consideration, with no evident policy changes or fiscal programs attached beyond routine procedural costs.