Louisiana HCR89: MUSEUMS/STATE MUSEUM: Directs the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism to conduct a study, in consultation with the board of directors of the Louisiana State Museum and the WWII Museum, of the feasibility of establishing a museum and trail dedicated to the Louisiana Maneuvers

What the bill says

A concurrent resolution To direct the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism to conduct a study, in consultation with the board of directors of the Louisiana State Museum and the National WWII Museum, on the feasibility of establishing a museum and trail dedicated to the Louisiana Maneuvers, including potential locations, estimated costs, incorporation of conference space, and affiliation with the National WWII Museum, and to submit a written report of findings and recommendations.

From the introduced text:

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION To direct the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism to conduct a study, in consultation with the board of directors of the Louisiana State Museum and the National WWII Museum, on the feasibility of establishing a museum and trail dedicated to the Louisiana Maneuvers, including potential locations, estimated costs, incorporation of conference space, and affiliation with the National WWII Museum, and to submit a written report of findings and recommendations. WHEREAS, the Louisiana Maneuvers were large-scale military exercises conducted in 1940 and 1941 across western and central Louisiana that involved over four hundred thousand troops and played a pivotal role in preparing the United States Armed Forces for World War II by testing strategies, equipment, and leadership which contributed to the Allied victory; and WHEREAS, these maneuvers highlighted Louisiana's significant contribution to the nation's defense efforts, fostered economic growth in rural areas, influenced military doctrine, and left a lasting legacy on communities such as Alexandria, Leesville, Fort Polk, and the surrounding regions; and WHEREAS, the preservation and commemoration of the history of the Louisiana Maneuvers through a dedicated museum and trail would educate future generations, honor veterans, promote tourism, and stimulate economic development in Louisiana; and Page 1 of HLS 26RS-4060 ORIGINAL HCR NO. WHEREAS, a Louisiana Maneuvers museum should incorporate modern facilities, including conference space, to …