This resolution honors the distinguished life and public service of John Bennett Johnston, Jr. , who served as a Senator for Louisiana. Born in Shreveport in 1932, Senator Johnston was a graduate of Louisiana State University Law School and served as a First Lieutenant in the Army Judge Advocate General's Corps before beginning his extensive career in public service, including terms in the Louisiana House and State Senate. He represented Louisiana in the U.S. Senate from 1972 to 1997, where he held significant roles on committees such as Energy and Natural Resources and Appropriations. As Chair of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, he was instrumental in guiding national energy policy and achieved legislative triumphs for Louisiana, including flood control, natural resource conservation, and expanding offshore oil and gas drilling. He also championed the creation of national wildlife refuges and historical parks in his home state. The Senate expresses its profound sorrow and deep regret at the announcement of his death, recognizing his integrity and unwavering commitment to honorable public service throughout his 92 years. As a mark of respect, the resolution requests the Secretary of the Senate to communicate this resolution to the House of Representatives and transmit an enrolled copy to Senator Johnston's family, with the Senate adjourning in his memory.