[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 113 (Monday, July 13, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H4385]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF LOUISIANA STATE SENATOR LARRY C. 
                                SELDERS

  (Mr. FIELDS asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. FIELDS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life and 
legacy of a great man.
  Louisiana recently lost one of its brightest lights with the 
unexpected passing of Louisiana State Senator Larry C. Selders at just 
44 years of age.
  Larry leaves behind his wife, Kendra, and his two sons, L.J. and 
Luke. The boys were, by every account, inseparable from his side, and 
he loved them dearly.
  Larry devoted himself to helping people rebuild their lives. His 
compassion stayed consistent while he earned his social work degree 
from Southern University all the way to the Louisiana Legislature, 
first as a State representative for District 67 and then as State 
senator for District 14.
  Described as a gentle giant whose kindness made everyone feel like he 
was an old friend, he humbly approached public service, always lifting 
up others rather than seeking recognition.
  Larry Selders leaves behind a legacy built not on titles but on the 
countless lives he touched as a devoted husband, a proud father, a 
trusted friend, and a true public servant.
  Louisiana is better because of him, and as a good friend of mine 
personally, this is a loss.

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