The House of Representatives of Louisiana has adopted a resolution expressing their condolences on the passing of Wellborn Jack, Jr., who died on April 4, 2023. Born on July 23, 1936, in Shreveport, Louisiana, Mr. Jack was a distinguished lawyer and a dedicated environmentalist. He graduated from Louisiana State University and the LSU Law Center, where he served as editor-in-chief of the Law Review. Mr. Jack had a notable legal career spanning over five decades, during which he achieved significant milestones, including being the first lawyer in the U.S. to secure a "not guilty by reason of insanity" verdict in a violent crime case involving a Vietnam War veteran.

In addition to his legal accomplishments, Mr. Jack was deeply committed to environmental conservation, playing a key role in establishing the Caney Creek Wilderness Area in Arkansas and co-founding the Kisatchie Chapter of the Ozark Society. He is remembered for his brilliant mind, dedication to his clients, and his contributions to both the legal field and environmental advocacy. The resolution concludes with heartfelt condolences to his family, including his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, acknowledging the profound impact he had on their lives and the community.