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LA HR72
Resolution
Status
4/1/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Orgeron
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AI Summary
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Sophia Patout and Layla Porter, members of St. Amant High School FFA Chapter, won the Future Farmers of America building communities division national championship for their Coastal Restoration Heroes program
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The program, started in 2022, focuses on coastal restoration on West Grand Terre Island in partnership with Restore or Retreat Inc.
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Students planted over 6,000 native plants (smooth cordgrass and black mangroves) by March 2025, protecting approximately 18 acres of backside interior saltmarsh
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Louisiana loses approximately 10 square miles of coastal land per year, threatening the state's environment, economy, and communities
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A copy of the resolution will be transmitted to Sophia Patout and Layla Porter
Legislative Description
Commends Sophia Patout and Layla Porter on winning the Future Farmers of America building communities national championship award for their Coastal Restoration Heroes program
COMMENDATIONS
Last Action
Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
4/8/2026