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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 246
BY SENATORS LAMBERT AND ERDEY
A RESOLUTION
To commend Laine Hardy on becoming the Season 17 American Idol winner.
WHEREAS, Laine Hardy was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on September 12,
2000, and raised in Livingston, Louisiana, by his parents, Barry and Cindy Hardy; and
WHEREAS, he has a brother, Kyle, and an older sister, Brittany Banta; and
WHEREAS, Laine became the Season 17 winner of American Idol after a nationwide
live vote; and
WHEREAS, while on American Idol, Laine flourished in the spotlight of the national
stage and became an ambassador for the state of Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, Laine's interest in music was piqued when he picked up a guitar at the
tender age of seven; and
WHEREAS, he took guitar lessons into adolescence but never received any formal
vocal training; and
WHEREAS, fans from across the United States of America recognized the talent in
this exceptional musician, singer, and songwriter, especially through his original songs, "In
the Bayou" and "Louisiana Lady"; and
WHEREAS, he is a graduate of French Settlement High School and is supported by
his proud parents, his family, the Livingston community, and the citizens of Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, artists like Laine serve as an inspiration to others because of their
steadfast dedication to honing their craft, and his special talents serve as an example of the
incredible homegrown talent of Louisiana; and
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WHEREAS, it is fitting to herald the achievements of Louisiana's accomplished
youth like Laine Hardy, a model citizen who represents the best and brightest of the state;
and
WHEREAS, Laine Hardy, one of Louisiana's finest sons, merits the highest
commendation and most sincere congratulations upon becoming the Season 17 American
Idol winner.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana
does hereby commend and congratulate Laine Hardy on becoming the Season 17 American
Idol winner, does hereby record for posterity the pride and honor that he brings to his family,
friends, the community of Livingston, the state of Louisiana, and the United States of
America, and does hereby extend to him best wishes for continued success and happiness
in all of his future endeavors.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be transmitted to
Laine Hardy.
PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE
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