HR 7 Louisiana House · 2026 Regular Session

COMMENDATIONS: Commends the pivotal contributions made by Bernardo de Gálvez and other Hispanic people during the American Revolution

This bill is a resolution that formally acknowledges and commends the significant contributions of Hispanic individuals, particularly Bernardo de Gálvez, to the American Revolution. It recognizes how Spanish military support, including supplies, funding, and direct combat operations, helped secure American independence. The resolution specifically highlights Gálvez's leadership in battles across the Gulf of Mexico and Mississippi River region, as well as the broader role of Hispanic soldiers and sailors in the conflict. Additionally, the bill urges that these historical contributions be included in educational materials, publications, and museum displays to ensure they are properly remembered.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Mar 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 9, 2026 Last action Mar 12, 2026
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HR7 Original HR7 Enrolled · 2 edits · Mar 11, 2026
MINOR
The document was converted from a House Resolution (HR 7 Original) to an Enrolled version, which is the final, legally binding form ready for signing. The substantive text of the resolution, which commends the contributions of Bernardo de Gálvez and other Hispanics during the American Revolution, remains unchanged. The primary differences are the removal of the legislative digest (a non-binding summary) and the addition of the Speaker's signature block, indicating the bill has passed all legislative stages.
TECHNICAL

Removed the 'Digest' section, which is a non-binding summary prepared by legislative services and does not constitute part of the law.

Added the 'ENROLLED' header and the Speaker of the House of Representatives signature block, indicating the bill has completed the legislative process and is ready for the Governor's signature.

Floor votes

How they voted

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

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Mar 10, 2026
Lower · Passed
Read by title, rules suspended, adopted.
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Mike Bayham
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