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LA HCR17
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/24/2026
Primary Sponsor
Ed Larvadain
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AI Summary
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Expresses condolences of the Louisiana Legislature on the death of Dr. Joe S. Green, known as "The Bayou Bishop," who passed away on February 20, 2026
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Dr. Green served 26 years in the U.S. military, including service in the Special Forces with the 82nd Airborne Division
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Served as pastor of St. Matthew Baptist Church in Rapides Parish for three decades beginning in February 1983, growing the congregation from 50 to more than 1,200 members
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Founded Rapides Station Community Ministries, Inc. and C&J Learning and Enrichment Center, and supported low-income housing development for first-time home buyers throughout Louisiana
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Extends appreciation for his military service and community service to Rapides Parish, and offers sincere wishes of comfort to his surviving family members
Legislative Description
Expresses the condolences of the Legislature of Louisiana on the death of Dr. Joe S. Green, "The Bayou Bishop"
CONDOLENCES
Last Action
Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
3/27/2026