Scalise Commends New Orleans Judge for National Civil Rights Award

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement today congratulating Judge Michael G. Bagneris (Ret.) for receiving the Thurgood Marshall Award from the Judicial Council of the National Bar Association. Judge Bagneris served as a Civil District Court Judge in Orleans Parish for 20 years.

“As an extraordinary public servant for two decades, Judge Bagneris selflessly gave of his time and talents to serve the law-abiding people of New Orleans,” Rep. Scalise said. “Judge Bagneris has exemplified a lifelong commitment to the advancement of civil rights for the sake of justice and fairness, and he is deserving of this prestigious award. Congratulations and thank you for your public service, upholding the rule of law, and for mentoring the future judicial leaders of our nation."