Louisiana HR6: CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of long-time Capitol Security Specialist Leroy Cavalier

What the bill says

A resolution To express the condolences of the House of Representatives upon the death of Leroy Cavalier.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION To express the condolences of the House of Representatives upon the death of Leroy Cavalier. WHEREAS, it is with immense sadness and profound regret that the House of Representatives of Legislature of Louisiana has learned of the passing, on December 19, 2025, of Leroy Cavalier; and WHEREAS, Leroy Cavalier was born on December 10, 1951, in Starhill, Louisiana, to Reverend Ophelia and Mary Cavalier; he was baptized by Reverend Eddie Turner of Independence Baptist Church in St. Francisville, Louisiana; and WHEREAS, as a child, Leroy and his family moved from Starhill to Baton Rouge, and he lived in the capital city for the remainder of his life; he was educated in the East Baton Rouge Parish School System and graduated from Scotlandville High School in 1970; and WHEREAS, after graduating and working a series of jobs, Mr. Cavalier began working in the dialysis field at Earl K. Long Hospital; he worked in dialysis with Fresenius Medical Care for many years before retiring; and WHEREAS, after retiring, Mr. Cavalier began working for the Louisiana House of Representatives; he was a longtime employee of the House and primarily manned the northeast bollards station; he most recently served as a capitol security specialist with the Capitol Security Office, and he was beloved by his colleagues, owing to his sincere kindness, and …

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Sponsors

• DeVillier, Phillip (R, 41) · primary sponsor
• Adams, Roy (D, 62)
• Amedée, Beryl (R, 51)
• Bacala, Tony (R, 59)
• Bagley, Larry (R, 7)
• Bamburg Jr., Dennis (R, 5)
• Bayham Jr., Michael (R, 103)
• Beaullieu IV, Gerald (R, 48)
• Berault, Stephanie (R, 76)
• Billings, Beth (R, 56)
• Boudreaux, Doyle (R, 39)
• Bourriaque, Ryan (R, 47)

Latest actions

1. March 12, 2026: Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
2. March 11, 2026: Enrolled and signed by the Speaker of the House.
3. March 10, 2026: Read by title, rules suspended, adopted.
4. March 9, 2026: Read by title. Lies over under the rules.

Common questions

What is HR6?

HR6 is a bill in the Louisiana Legislature (2026 Regular Session): CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of long-time Capitol Security Specialist Leroy Cavalier.

What does HR6 do?

In its own words: A resolution To express the condolences of the House of Representatives upon the death of Leroy Cavalier.

What is the status of HR6?

Passed both chambers as of March 10, 2026. Latest action: Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House. (March 12, 2026).

Who sponsored HR6?

DeVillier, Phillip (R, 41), with 11 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR6?

On the Louisiana Legislature website: https://legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=26RS&b=HR6