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Regular Session, 2013
HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTI ON NO. 83
BY REPRESENTATIVE ARNOLD
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTI ON
To commend the Louisiana wineries for their ample contributions to the state's economy,
agribusiness, alcohol education, integral three-tier system of regulation, and tourism.
WHEREAS, there are now eight wineries in the state of Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, Louisiana wineries contribute to our state's tourism, through events,
concerts, tasting room operations, festivals, farmers markets, and similar venues; and
WHEREAS, these wineries have contributed to and have supported the Louisiana
movie, news, television, and advertising industries; and
WHEREAS, Louisiana wineries contribute to the collection of our state tax revenue
through sales tax and excise tax collection; and
WHEREAS, Louisiana wineries also contribute to employment in our state through
local agricultural and sales labor, wholesale distribution, and retail sales; and
WHEREAS, these wineries make every effort to support Louisiana agriculture by
utilizing the finest Louisiana grown products; and
WHEREAS, these wineries are increasing the further development of viticulture in
our state by bringing a new agricultural endeavor and enabling farmers to diversify with the
hope of future growth opportunities due to recent developments in disease resistant wine
grapes, which are currently being tested by Texas A&M and Auburn University; and
WHEREAS, Louisiana wineries support and promote a mature and responsible
consumption of alcohol through education involving social media, tours, and lectures at
various events and nonprofit organizational meetings, contributing to a culture that is more
self-regulated and moderate in alcohol consumption, which increases the overall health and
well-being of the people of Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, these wineries have led the way in preserving our unique Louisiana
environment by producing their products in an ecologically and sound manner; and ENROLLEDHCR NO. 83
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WHEREAS, these wineries have been instrumental in raising not only awareness,
but funds for many nonprofit organizations throughout the state of Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, these wineries support the enjoyment and export of Louisiana culture
by producing wine specifically designed to work in concert with and therefore highlight our
extraordinary Louisiana cuisine.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby
commend Louisiana wineries for their ample contributions to the state's economy,
agribusiness, alcohol education, integral three-tier system of regulation, and tourism.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby
declare the month of September as Louisiana Winery Month, in recognition of the
aforementioned contributions by Louisiana wineries to the state of Louisiana.
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATI VES
PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE