The bill, enacted as Act No. 324, introduces a new provision under R.S. 33:4712.26, which allows the governing authority of the city of Lafayette to name the recreational complex at Graham Brown Memorial Park in honor of a living individual, specifically Merlin Leger. This provision overrides any existing laws, such as R.S. 42:267, that may restrict the naming of public buildings after living persons.

This legislation aims to honor individuals who have made significant contributions to the community by allowing their names to be associated with public facilities. The enactment of this bill reflects a shift in policy regarding the naming of public buildings, providing local authorities with greater flexibility in recognizing living contributors to society.