Louisiana 2023 Regular Session

Louisiana House Bill HR149

Introduced
5/15/23  
Introduced
5/15/23  
Passed
5/16/23  

Caption

Commends For His Temple Family Foods for its farm-to-table efforts in preparing and serving locally sourced foods and for promoting a family-style approach to healthy eating in northeast Louisiana

Impact

The resolution highlights the initiatives taken by For His Temple Family Foods, which emphasizes the elimination of processed foods and chemical-laden ingredients from their menu. The use of seasonal ingredients in a rotating menu serves to support local agriculture and reduce the environmental impact associated with transporting food over long distances. By encouraging healthy eating habits, the restaurant is poised to positively influence dietary practices within the community.

Summary

House Resolution 149, sponsored by Representative Echols, commends For His Temple Family Foods for its efforts in promoting farm-to-table practices and encouraging healthy eating habits in northeast Louisiana. This resolution recognizes the restaurant's commitment to providing locally sourced, wholesome food while promoting a family-style approach to dining, aligning with values expressed in 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 regarding treating the body as a temple.

Sentiment

The sentiment around HR149 is predominantly positive, celebrating a local business that embodies principles of health, sustainability, and community welfare. Supporters view the resolution as an important affirmation of local efforts to improve dietary choices and promote overall well-being amongst residents in Northeast Louisiana. It resonates with broader public health initiatives aimed at combatting issues related to diet and nutrition in the region.

Contention

While HR149 is largely a supportive acknowledgment with no major points of contention suggested in the discussions or the text of the resolution, one might note the broader implications of farm-to-table movements, such as accessibility to healthy foods among various socioeconomic groups. However, as the resolution is non-binding and celebratory in nature, it serves to unify rather than divide.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

LA HR205

Commends and expresses support for Louisiana farmers for their work in providing healthy food options, sustaining local economies, and promoting agricultural resilience through their dedication and innovation

LA HR1

Commends the Dream Hunt Foundation for its efforts in serving children in Louisiana

LA SR123

To urge and request law enforcement agencies in Louisiana to use restorative approaches in their efforts to keep the communities they serve safe and healthy.

LA HCR11

Recognizes May 1, 2019, as Y Day in Louisiana and commends Louisiana's YMCAs for dedication to families in the state

LA SR181

Commends Tony Chachere's Creole Foods and Troy Landry for their individual and partnered promotion of Louisiana and all that it has to offer.

LA HB4185

EAT Healthy Foods from Local Farmers Act Expanding Access To Healthy Foods from Local Farmers Act

LA HR2

Commends the staff of Boys and Girls Clubs in Louisiana for their commitment to youth and their families and recognizes the week of March 14, 2022, as Boys and Girls Clubs in Louisiana Week

LA HR1399

Commending Jared Fogle on his efforts to address the problem of childhood obesity.

LA HR227

Commends Kids Join the Fight for its efforts to defeat pediatric cancer

LA HR132

Commends the United Way of Southeast Louisiana for its service and effective recovery work in the Southeast Louisiana region

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.