COMMENDATIONS: Commemorates the thirtieth anniversary of the song "Last Two Dollars" by Johnnie Taylor
This resolution commemorates the thirtieth anniversary of the 1996 song 'Last Two Dollars' by Louisiana native Johnnie Taylor. It formally recognizes Taylor's significant contributions to rhythm and blues and the American music industry, highlighting his career achievements and impact on the genre. The measure serves as an official acknowledgment of his legacy rather than enacting new laws or policies.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
May 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced May 5, 2026
Last action May 21, 2026
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HR229 Enrolled
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May 7, 2026
MINOR
The document was converted from an original House Resolution draft to an enrolled version, which is the final, legally binding form approved by the legislature. The substantive policy content regarding the commemoration of Johnnie Taylor's music remains identical; the changes are purely administrative, including the removal of the legislative digest, the addition of the Speaker's signature block, and the update of the bill number to reflect its enrolled status.
TECHNICAL
Removed the 'DIGEST' section, which is a non-binding summary prepared by legislative services and not part of the actual law.
Added the 'SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES' signature block, indicating the bill has been formally approved and signed.
Changed the header from 'HLS 26RS-1586 ORIGINAL' to 'ENROLLED' and updated the bill number format to 'HR NO. 229 ENROLLED' to signify the final version.
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
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Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
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May 6, 2026
Lower · Passed
Read by title, adopted.
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Joy Walters
DDemocratic
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