House Resolution No. [insert number] commends Donald Berniard for his graduation from the United States Naval Academy. Acknowledging his early education at University Laboratory School in Baton Rouge, the resolution highlights his achievements as a three-year starter on the football team, where he earned multiple honors including All Metro, All District, and All State. Despite receiving football scholarship offers from prestigious institutions such as Harvard and the U.S. Air Force Academy, Berniard chose the Naval Academy, where he started forty-four consecutive games and earned All Conference Honors during his collegiate football career.

The resolution celebrates Berniard's graduation in 2024 with a bachelor's degree in political science and his upcoming commission as a surface warfare officer aboard the U.S.S. Tortuga (LSD 46). The House of Representatives extends its congratulations and recognition for his accomplishments and service to the country, wishing him continued success and excellence in his future endeavors.