House Resolution No. ___ commends Emily "Emmy" Ella Rabalais for her numerous accomplishments and her recent recognition as the first-ever Miss Teen Wheelchair Louisiana USA. A junior at The Oaks Private School in Metairie, Louisiana, Emmy is actively involved in community service and fundraising efforts, including her work with Mardi Paws/Scott's Wish and as an ambassador for Give Kids the World, where she raised over $16,000 to support wish trips for children. Her passion for politics is evident through her advocacy work, and she aspires to attend law school to become a disability rights attorney.

The resolution highlights Emmy's inspiring activism and civic engagement, acknowledging her as a role model for others. As she prepares to represent Louisiana at the national pageant in Ohio in July 2024, the House of Representatives extends its best wishes for her success and recognizes her dedication to increasing rights for individuals with disabilities.