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Samarah Bentley - Opportunity Youth Congressional Liaison - Spring 2026

March 23, 2026

After experiencing local legislation firsthand at the Louisiana State Capitol, OYCL Samarah Bentley shares what she learned and how it’s shaping her journey to advocate at the national level.

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