House Resolution No. by Representative Muscarello commends the organizers, volunteers, and royal court of the 2025 Italian Festival in Tickfaw, Louisiana. This annual event, which has been celebrated since 2009, honors the rich Italian-American heritage that significantly influences Louisiana's culture, including its architecture, cuisine, and music. The festival features a variety of family-friendly activities such as carnival rides, local band performances, a parade, and a spaghetti cook-off, showcasing the community's culinary talents.

The resolution highlights the royal court of the festival, which includes Queen Rebekah Doty, Spaghetti Queen Marie Guzzardo, Grand Marshal Dane Lindfors, and King Joe Guzzardo, along with several other young queens and princesses. It recognizes the hard work and dedication of all involved in making the festival a cherished tradition that fosters pride and unity among the citizens of Louisiana. The House of Representatives expresses its heartfelt appreciation for the contributions of the festival's organizers and volunteers in celebrating Italian-American culture and history in the state.