Baton Rouge, La. — Governor Jeff Landry has issued an executive order establishing the French Quarter Terrorism Attack Memorial Commission, a new initiative tasked with recommending and facilitating the creation of a permanent memorial in New Orleans to honor the victims of the January 1, 2025 terrorist attack.
The memorial is intended to serve as a long-lasting tribute to the lives lost and impacted during the New Year’s Day tragedy, which shook both the French Quarter and the state as a whole.
“This senseless act of violence has shattered lives and shaken our state,” said Governor Landry. “We grieve with the families and friends of the victims and stand united in our resolve to remember and honor them.”
The Commission will be charged with recommending a memorial site within the City of New Orleans and submitting its official recommendation to the Governor within one year. The group will also engage with community members and key stakeholders to ensure the memorial reflects the shared values of remembrance, resilience, and unity.
Commission Membership
The Commission will be housed within the Office of the Governor and will include:
- Five victims or family members of victims (with others serving as ex-officio members)
- The First Lady of Louisiana, or her designee
- The Senior Coordinator for Victims Advocacy, who will chair the Commission
- The Lieutenant Governor, or designee
- The President of the Louisiana State Senate, or designee
- The Speaker of the House of Representatives, or designee
- The Mayor of New Orleans, or designee
- The New Orleans City Council President, or designee
- A French Quarter resident
- A French Quarter business owner
- A law enforcement officer
Appointments will be announced at a later date. The Commission will meet monthly or as called by the Chair and is expected to collaborate with state and local agencies to fulfill its charge.
Public Input Encouraged
The Commission will seek public input throughout the process, ensuring the memorial represents both the victims and the broader community affected by the attack.
For more information and future updates on the Commission’s progress, visit gov.louisiana.gov.