Veterans (Memorials & Recognition)

passed · Louisiana · House Mar 12, 2026

HR 7: 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.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill commends contributions of Hispanic veterans and recognizes their service, which honors veteran service and supports recognition efforts.75% confidence

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passed · Louisiana · House May 21, 2026

HR 37: MILITARY AFFAIRS: Memorializes Congress to issue the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal to U.S. veterans who served in Honduras from 1981 to 1992

This bill is a Louisiana state resolution that asks the U.S. Congress to award the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal to U.S. veterans who served in Honduras between 1981 and 1992. It does not directly change federal law or provide benefits but serves as a formal request to recognize military personnel who faced hostile conditions during that period. The resolution cites that U.S. troops were involved in training and combat support activities where they experienced danger and casualties. It is a commemorative measure intended to honor service rather than to alter policy or funding.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill seeks to recognize veterans who served in Honduras with a medal, advancing their acknowledgment and honoring their service.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve

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signed · Louisiana · House May 14, 2026

HB 972: HIGHWAYS: Designates a portion of Louisiana Highway 93 in Lafayette Parish as the "Desert Shield-Desert Storm Veterans Memorial Highway

This bill designates a specific stretch of Louisiana Highway 93 in Lafayette Parish as the "Desert Shield-Desert Storm Memorial Highway" to honor military service. The designated section runs from the intersection of Highway 723 and Wyman Road to the intersection with Destination Pointe Lane. The Department of Transportation and Development must install and maintain appropriate signage for this designation, but only if local or private funding covers the costs, with a maximum of $750 per sign. This is a commemorative measure rather than a policy change affecting transportation rules or funding.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates highway as memorial to honor military service, explicitly recognizing veterans' contributions through public designation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

passed · Louisiana · House Mar 19, 2026

HR 34: COMMENDATIONS: Commends Colonel Joseph Musacchia, Jr., on the occasion of his retirement from the United States Air Force

This bill is a commendation resolution that recognizes Colonel Joseph Musacchia, Jr. for his retirement from the U.S. Air Force. It formally acknowledges his 30 years of service, including command roles and deployments to Iraq, Oman, the UAE, and Turkey, as well as his extensive education and numerous military decorations. The resolution expresses appreciation for his dedication to national defense and wishes him well in his future endeavors.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill formally recognizes veteran service and expresses appreciation for dedication to national defense, which supports veteran recognition.90% confidence

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passed · Louisiana · House Mar 27, 2026

HR 53: COMMENDATIONS: Commends decorated veteran and centenarian James "Jim" Bollich for his military service in the United States Army Air Corps on the occasion of Louisiana America 250

This resolution formally honors James "Jim" Bollich, a 104-year-old veteran from Louisiana, for his military service in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. The bill recognizes his participation in the Battle of Bataan, his survival of the Bataan Death March, and his four-and-a-half years as a prisoner of war in Manchuria. It also acknowledges his numerous military decorations, including the Purple Heart and Congressional Gold Medal, as well as his later achievements as a Fulbright Scholar and author. The commendation is presented specifically to mark Louisiana's 250th anniversary.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors veteran James Bollich for his military service, recognizing his sacrifices and achievements, which supports veteran recognition and commemoration.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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passed · Louisiana · House Mar 27, 2026

HR 52: COMMENDATIONS: Commends Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 550 and St. Bernard Parish Government on the occasion of the annual Vietnam War Veterans Day Commemoration Ceremony

This bill is a commendation resolution that recognizes Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 550 and the St. Bernard Parish Government for organizing the annual Vietnam War Veterans Day Commemoration Ceremony. The resolution honors the contributions of Vietnam-era veterans and acknowledges the local efforts to host the event at the Vietnam War Veterans Monument in Torres Park on March 27, 2026. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal expression of appreciation from the Louisiana House of Representatives to the organizations involved in the ceremony.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill formally recognizes and commends Vietnam Veterans and their commemoration efforts, expressing appreciation for veteran contributions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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signed · Louisiana · Senate May 14, 2026

SB 51: CRIME/PUNISHMENT: Creates the crime of fraudulent representation of military service or awards. (8/1/26)

SB 51 creates a new criminal offense for falsely claiming military service or awards to gain benefits. It directly affects individuals who lie about receiving military honors (like medals or service records) to obtain economic advantages, veteran benefits, or privileges. The bill establishes tiered penalties: up to $1,000 or 6 months in jail for basic false claims, up to $5,000 or 1 year for falsely claiming major awards (e.g., Medal of Honor), and up to $10,000, 5 years in prison, or restitution for fraud that secures benefits reserved for veterans or their families. Definitions clarify that "award" includes medals, ribbons, and official service records maintained by military or state forces.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeCreates new criminal offense with tiered penalties, expanding criminalization of false military service claims rather than reforming justice system.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill prevents fraud in veteran benefits, protecting legitimate recipients and system integrity by penalizing false claims of military service.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Victims' Rights Memorials & Recognition

signed · Louisiana · House Jun 9, 2026

HB 401: BRIDGES/FERRIES: Designates the elevated portion of United States Highway 190 as the "Lance Corporal Justin D. McLeese Memorial Bridge"

HB 401 designates the elevated section of U.S. Highway 190 over the Bogue Falaya River in Covington, St. Tammany Parish, as the "Corporal Justin D. McLeese Memorial Bridge" to honor a military corporal. The bill requires the Louisiana Department of Transportation to install signage reflecting this name, using local or private funds to cover costs up to $2,250 per sign. This is a ceremonial naming bill with no substantive policy changes, solely commemorating an individual through a public infrastructure designation.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHonors veteran Corporal McLeese through memorial bridge designation, aligning with recognition indicator for support stance (no policy changes but direct commemoration).85% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

signed · Louisiana · House May 11, 2026

HB 436: VETERANS: Authorizes the appointment of veterans as wardens at state and municipal parks

HB 436 would allow Louisiana municipalities to appoint veterans as park police officers and the state Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism to appoint veterans as state park wardens. It updates existing laws (R.S. 33:4558 and R.S. 56:1688) to explicitly include veterans - defined per R.S. 13:5364 - as eligible candidates for these roles. The bill directly affects veterans seeking such positions and the parks where they would serve. This is a procedural change to hiring criteria, not a new benefit or entitlement.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly authorizes veterans as eligible for park warden roles, creating employment opportunities and recognizing veteran service through hiring criteria updates.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Employment Veteran Healthcare

signed · Louisiana · House May 15, 2026

HB 360: HIGHWAYS: Designates a portion of Louisiana Highway 41 as the "Sgt. Michael J. Guillory Memorial Highway"

HB 360 designates a specific segment of Louisiana Highway 41 in Pearl River (from Lock 1 Road to LA 36) as the "Sgt. Michael J. Guillory Memorial Highway." The bill requires the Department of Transportation to install and maintain signage for this designation, provided local or private funds cover the costs (up to $750 per sign). This is a commemorative measure with no substantive policy changes, directly affecting only the named highway segment and its signage. The bill focuses solely on honoring Sgt. Michael J. Guillory through a permanent road designation.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates highway in honor of Sgt. Michael J. Guillory, directly recognizing veteran service per topic description's 'recognition' indicator.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition