SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Commends Jewish-Americans in Louisiana on their contributions to the state and nation, recognizes May 2026 as Jewish-American Heritage Month, and encourages observance of Shabbat on May 15-16, 2026
Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
Summary
The resolution honors Louisiana's Jewish-American citizens for their contributions, officially recognizes May 2026 as Jewish-American Heritage Month in the state, and encourages Christians and people of all faiths to observe a Shabbat from sundown on May 15 through nightfall on May 16, 2026. It also directs a copy of the resolution to the Consulate General of Israel in Houston. The measure is symbolic and does not create any new programs or obligations.
AI-generated summary — may be incomplete or inaccurate. Verify against the official bill text.
Topics
Track this bill
Get real-time alerts when HR 283 changes status, plus AI-powered summaries and stage predictions.
Sign up free