Louisiana legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Louisiana HR257: CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the tragic loss of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana
Status: Passed both chambers, May 13, 2026
What the bill says
A resolution To express the condolences of the House of Representatives on the tragic loss of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana.
From the introduced text:
A RESOLUTION To express the condolences of the House of Representatives on the tragic loss of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana. WHEREAS, it is with immense sadness and profound regret that the House of Representatives of the Legislature of Louisiana has learned of the tragic passing, on April 19, 2026, of Layla Pugh, Kayla Pugh, Shayla Elkins, Jayla Elkins, Sariahh Snow, Khedarrion Snow, Braylon Snow, and Mar'Kaydon Pugh; and WHEREAS, Layla Pugh was a second-grade student at Linwood Public Charter School; she was a quiet girl who always strived to do the right thing; she was a friend to everyone and a constant help to her teachers and classmates; and WHEREAS, Kayla Pugh was a first-grade student at Linwood Public Charter School; although she was a soft-spoken child, her smile spoke louder than any words; she lit up every room she entered and gave the biggest hugs when greeting her teachers and principal; and WHEREAS, Shayla Elkins was a kindergarten student at Linwood Public Charter School; she was soft spoken, had a quiet presence, and gave warm and welcoming hugs; and WHEREAS, Jayla Elkins was a sweet child who was only three years old; and WHEREAS, Sariahh Snow was a fourth-grade student at Summer Grove Elementary School; she was a friend to everyone she met, was not afraid of hard …
Sponsors
- Phelps, Tammy (D, 3) · 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
- : Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
- : Enrolled and signed by the Speaker of the House.
- : Read by title, adopted.
- : Read by title. Lies over under the rules.
Common questions
- What is HR257?
- HR257 is a bill in the Louisiana Legislature (2026 Regular Session): CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the tragic loss of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana.
- What does HR257 do?
- In its own words: A resolution To express the condolences of the House of Representatives on the tragic loss of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana.
- What is the status of HR257?
- Passed both chambers as of May 13, 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. (May 21, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR257?
- Phelps, Tammy (D, 3), with 11 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HR257?
- On the Louisiana Legislature website: https://legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=26RS&b=HR257
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