SR 82 Louisiana Senate · 2026 Regular Session

CONDOLENCES: Expresses sincere and heartfelt condolences on the passing of Lionel Sutton II.

This bill is a Senate resolution expressing condolences for the death of Lionel Howard Sutton II, a Louisiana businessman and community member who passed away on April 9, 2026. The measure formally honors his life and contributions, noting his roles as a graduate of Tulane University, a dedicated family man, and an active participant in various civic organizations. The resolution directs that a copy be sent to his wife, Mary Catherine Sutton, to acknowledge the legislature's respect for his legacy.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Apr 2026

Committee Review

Senate Passage

Apr 2026

House Passage

Governor

Introduced Apr 15, 2026 Last action Apr 27, 2026

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SR82 Original → SR82 Enrolled · 2 edits · Apr 27, 2026

MINOR

The bill was finalized for enrollment with minor corrections to the deceased's full name and the addition of 'peacefully' to describe the manner of death. The primary substantive change is the removal of the deceased's middle name 'Howard' in the opening clause, while the middle name was retained in the biographical section. No new policies, funding, or eligibility criteria were introduced.

TECHNICAL

The full name in the title and opening clause was changed from 'Lionel Howard Sutton II' to 'Lionel Sutton II', while the middle name 'Howard' was kept in the biographical details.

The phrase 'peacefully' was added to the description of how the individual passed away.

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How they voted

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

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Committee

Apr 20, 2026

Upper · Passed

Read by title and adopted.

upper

Apr 15, 2026

Introduced

Introduced in the Senate. Read by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading.

upper

1 primary · 1 co-sponsor