CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of James David "Cowboy" Robertson
This Louisiana House resolution expresses condolences for James David "Cowboy" Robertson, a veteran and lifelong resident of LaSalle Parish who passed away on April 2, 2026. The bill honors his military service in the Vietnam War, Operation Desert Storm, and Operation Iraqi Freedom, as well as his community work co-founding a local veteran's honor guard that provides free funeral services. It formally acknowledges his contributions to Memorial Day and Veterans Day events while offering support and appreciation to his surviving family and friends.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 23, 2026
Last action Apr 30, 2026
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The document was converted from a House Resolution draft to an Enrolled version, which is the final, legally binding form signed by the Speaker and approved by the Senate. The substantive content regarding condolences for James David 'Cowboy' Robertson remains identical, but the formatting was standardized to include the official 'A RESOLUTION' title, proper page numbering, and the Speaker's signature block. No policy, funding, or eligibility changes occurred.
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The document title was updated from 'HOUSE RESOLUTION' to 'A RESOLUTION' and the header was changed from 'ORIGINAL' to 'ENROLLED' to reflect the final legislative status.
The digest section, which is a non-binding summary prepared by legislative services, was removed as it is not part of the final enrolled law.
The text was reflowed and formatted to align with official enrolled bill standards, including the addition of the Speaker of the House signature block.
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How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Committee
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Apr 27, 2026
Lower · Passed
Read by title, adopted.
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
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Gabe Firment
RRepublican
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