The House Resolution commends Ronnie S. Johns for his nearly four decades of dedicated public service to the state of Louisiana as he approaches his retirement. A native of Bunkie, Louisiana, Johns has an extensive background in both local and state government, having served on the Bunkie City Council and in the Louisiana House of Representatives from 1995 to 2008, before being elected to the Louisiana Senate in 2011. He was re-elected in 2015 and 2019, and most recently appointed as chairman of the Louisiana Gaming Board in 2021, where he played a significant role in the development of regulations for legalized sports wagering and initiatives to combat human trafficking in the gaming industry.

The resolution highlights Johns's contributions to the state's gaming industry, including the transformation of legacy riverboat licenses into land-based properties and the implementation of training programs across casinos and racetracks. The House of Representatives expresses its gratitude for his civic-mindedness and commitment to public service, wishing him continued success in his future endeavors as he embarks on his retirement.