HR 23 Louisiana House · 2026 Regular Session

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Livingston Parish Sheriff Jason Ard and his law enforcement team for their work in stopping child predators

This bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes Livingston Parish Sheriff Jason Ard and his law enforcement team for their efforts in combating child predators. It specifically highlights their work on a sting operation that led to the arrest of thirteen men and acknowledges the risks officers took to protect children. The resolution expresses appreciation for their service but does not create new laws or policies. It is a symbolic measure intended to honor the law enforcement personnel rather than change any legal procedures.

Issues: ✓ Criminal Justice

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Mar 2026

Committee Review

House Passage

Mar 2026

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Mar 16, 2026 Last action Mar 19, 2026

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What changed between versions

HR23 Original → HR23 Enrolled · 1 edit · Mar 18, 2026

MINOR

The bill was converted from a House Resolution (HR 23) to an Enrolled version, which is the final, official form ready for signing. The substantive content regarding the commendation of Sheriff Ard remains identical, but the format was updated to include the Speaker's signature block and remove internal legislative service markings.

TECHNICAL

The document format changed from a draft House Resolution to an Enrolled bill, adding the Speaker of the House signature line and removing internal tracking numbers and digest sections.

Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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Committee

Mar 17, 2026

Lower · Passed

Read by title, adopted.

lower

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors