Louisiana 2018 Regular Session

Louisiana House Bill HB48

Introduced
2/2/18  
Refer
2/2/18  
Refer
2/2/18  
Refer
3/12/18  
Report Pass
3/14/18  
Report Pass
3/14/18  
Engrossed
3/19/18  
Engrossed
3/19/18  
Refer
3/20/18  
Refer
3/20/18  
Report Pass
4/25/18  
Report Pass
4/25/18  
Enrolled
5/7/18  
Enrolled
5/7/18  
Chaptered
5/10/18  
Chaptered
5/10/18  
Passed
5/10/18  

Caption

Names the baseball operational center at Southern University in Baton Rouge in honor of Roger Cador (EN NO IMPACT See Note)

Impact

The bill specifically applies to state laws concerning the naming of state buildings and honors. By enacting R.S. 17:1601.8, this bill creates a precedent for naming state facilities after living individuals, which may influence future legislative actions and considerations regarding the recognition of contributors to public institutions.

Summary

House Bill 48 was enacted during the 2018 Regular Session and serves to designate the baseball operational center located at Southern University in Baton Rouge as the 'Cador Baseball Operational Center.' This legislation pays tribute to Roger Cador, a notable figure whose contributions to the baseball program and the university have been significant. The bill reflects an effort to recognize and honor living individuals who have made substantial impacts in their respective fields.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HB 48 was largely positive, with support stemming from various legislators who viewed the bill as an important acknowledgment of Roger Cador's legacy. The bill's passage through the legislature indicates a consensus on the value of honoring individuals who have made significant advancements in sports and education within the state.

Contention

While the bill faced minimal opposition, as noted by the voting history, one dissenting vote was recorded during its progression through the Senate. The areas of contention primarily revolved around the broader implications and criteria for naming state institutions after individuals, but there were no major public protests or scandalous debates surrounding this specific legislation.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

LA HR192

Commends Roger Cador upon his retirement as head coach of Southern University's baseball team

LA HB1215

Creates the Southern University Planning District in East Baton Rouge Parish

LA SB70

Authorizes the creation of cooperative economic development districts affiliated with Southern University and Louisiana State University in East Baton Rouge Parish. (gov sig) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF RV See Note)

LA SCR80

Commends Roger Cador on being named to the 2019 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame induction class.

LA HB110

Creates a uterine fibroids research center at Southern University (OR INCREASE GF EX See Note)

LA HB321

Appropriates funds for payment of the judgment against the state in the suit entitled Louise Kaltenbaugh, Ph.D. et al. v. Board of Supervisors, Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College at Baton Rouge c/w Dayanand Thangada et al. v Board of Supervisors, Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College at Baton Rouge

LA HB565

Creates the University Security District in East Baton Rouge Parish

LA SB33

Names the LSU Health North Clinic and Urgent Care facility in Baton Rouge the "Willie F. Hawkins Emergency Care Center". (gov sig)

LA SB563

Creates and provides for the Southeast Baton Rouge Community School Board and school system in East Baton Rouge Parish. (See Act) (EN +$1,200,000 GF EX See Note)

LA HR51

Requests that the Southern University Board of Supervisors take steps necessary to establish a medical school on the campus of Southern University at Baton Rouge

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.