HR 165·LA·house
CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of Ray Helen Lawrence
AdoptedFiled Apr 20, 2026
Sponsor: Edmond Jordan (D)
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Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
Apr 24, 2026
Summary
The House of Representatives passed HR 165 to formally recognize the death of Ray Helen Lawrence, a pioneering African‑American woman who served on the Port Allen City Council, acted as mayor pro tem, and taught science for over three decades. The resolution praises her community service, educational impact, and the lasting legacy she leaves in Port Allen and West Baton Rouge Parish.
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