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LA SCR8

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Passed

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

William Wheat

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates Monday, March 16, 2026, as Amite Oyster Festival Day at the Louisiana State Capitol

  • Commemorates the festival's 50th anniversary, having originated as "Amite Oyster Day" on March 20, 1976, at the Tangipahoa Parish Fair Grounds

  • Recognizes the oyster industry's economic contributions to Amite and Tangipahoa Parish since the 1950s, established by local families in harvesting, processing, and distribution

  • Acknowledges the 2026 festival leadership and royal court, including Queen Sarah Katherine Stant, King Douglas Kent, Pearl Amy Kent, Grand Marshal Carla Tate, Teen Queen Julia van Mullem, and Chairman Dawson Primes

  • Directs that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to festival chairman Dawson Primes

Legislative Description

Recognizes Monday, March 16, 2026, as Amite Oyster Festival Day at the Louisiana State Capitol and commends the Amite Oyster Festival for its historical, cultural, and economic significance to the city of Amite, and Tangipahoa Parish for its enduring legacy since 1976.

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH

Last Action

Read by title. Lies over under the rules.

3/11/2026

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