Legislator proposes Dolly Parton license plate in Louisiana to support literacy
Louisiana State Representative Mike Bayham has proposed a specialty Dolly Parton license plate. Proceeds from the plates would support a state-wide children's literacy program founded by the singer.
State Rep. Mike Bayham, R-Chalmette, is proposing a special Dolly Parton license plate in Louisiana that would help fund a state literacy program for children started by the country music icon.
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