House passes legislation to rename Rayville post office in memory of Luke Letlow [Video]

RAYVILLE, La. (KNOE) – UPDATE 5:23 p.m. According to Congresswoman Julia Letlow, the bill to rename the Rayville post office building in honor of Luke Letlow has passed the House of Representatives. The representative says the bill received unanimous bipartisan votes in honor of her late husband, Congressman-elect Letlow.

In a statement, Rep. Julia Letlow said “I’m so deeply touched that my colleagues in the House, particularly Majority Leader Steve Scalise, put forth this incredible tribute to Luke. My late husband dedicated his life to making Louisiana’s 5th District a better place. Luke’s purpose was always driven by people and his passion was public service. As someone who deeply loved Richland Parish and spent countless hours learning about its history, I know he would consider it the recognition of a lifetime to have the Post Office named in his honor, and our family is so proud to see this fitting …