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LA SR35

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/23/2026

Primary Sponsor

Valarie Hodges

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Louisiana Senate commends Sheriff Jason Ard and the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office for narcotics enforcement and child protection efforts

  • In February 2026, the office seized approximately 361 pounds of methamphetamine valued at $4 million, the largest drug seizure in agency history

  • In December 2024, the office achieved the parish's largest fentanyl seizure, removing approximately 100,000 lethal doses from circulation following a two-year investigation

  • The Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, launched in October 2023 in partnership with the Louisiana Attorney General's Office, conducted investigations spanning 24 states and 5 countries in 2024

  • A three-day sting operation in February 2025, conducted in collaboration with Chris Hansen, resulted in 11 arrests on child exploitation charges

Legislative Description

Commends Sheriff Jason Ard and the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office for their exceptional efforts in combating illegal narcotics trafficking and protecting children through the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.

COMMENDATIONS

Last Action

Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 3/27/2026.

3/30/2026

Full Bill Text

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