The House Resolution No. by Representative Freiberg urges the legislative auditor to conduct a comprehensive audit or evaluation of various assistance programs in Louisiana, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and others. The resolution highlights the need to assess participation, costs, and outcomes of these programs, as well as to identify areas for improved coordination among them. This initiative aims to address issues of intergenerational poverty, enhance educational and employment opportunities, and reduce hunger, ultimately improving the economic and physical well-being of Louisiana's citizens.

The resolution emphasizes that recent audits have revealed a lack of coordination and information regarding the outcomes of these assistance programs. By conducting this audit, the legislative auditor is expected to provide valuable insights that can lead to better collaboration among state agencies administering these programs. The resolution mandates that the audit or evaluation be completed by March 1, 2024, to ensure timely recommendations for enhancing the effectiveness of assistance programs in the state.