Expresses support for the relocation of the existing railroad lines in Plaquemines and Jefferson Parishes of the New Orleans and Gulf Coast Railway Company and the Union Pacific Railroad in order to improve the public safety of citizens, reduce vehicular and rail interfaces, improve air quality and mitigate congestion, and enhance economic development in those parishes.
Requests the federal government explore creating a federal entity that would oversee and enforce federal, state, and local safety regulations on all deep-water drilling rigs.
Recognizes the many contributions made by citizens of the Republic of Turkey and that it is the best interest of the state to promote relationships with the Turkish people and to create a Louisianian - Turkish Friendship Task Force.
Commends Abigail Marie Yesso of Vanderbilt Catholic High School upon her selection as a representative of Louisiana at the Hugh O'Brien World Leadership Congress.
Commends the Louisiana Moral and Civic Foundation and the foundation's Executive Director, Dr. Ken Ward, for dedicated service to members of the Senate and citizens of Louisiana.
Commends Victoria Catherine Ward of Captain Shreve High School upon her selection as a representative of Louisiana at the Hugh O'Brian World Leadership Congress.