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LA HR296

Resolution

Status

Passed

6/10/2025

Primary Sponsor

Dixon McMakin

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Commemorates St. Patrick's Day (March 17th) and recognizes the cultural and historic connections between Ireland and Louisiana

  • Notes New Orleans held its first St. Patrick's Day celebration in 1806, marking one of the earliest such celebrations in Louisiana

  • Highlights the New Basin Canal in New Orleans, built between 1832 and 1838 primarily by Irish immigrant laborers, which led to the formation of Irish communities including the Irish Channel Historic District and Irish Bayou

  • Recognizes the American Irish State Legislators Caucus, established with leadership in all 50 states to strengthen U.S.-Ireland relations

Legislative Description

Commemorates the celebration of St. Patrick's Day and recognizes the cultural and historic links between Ireland and Louisiana and the establishment of the American Irish State Legislators Caucus

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Last Action

Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.

6/11/2025

Full Bill Text

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