The resolution establishes the Comite River Diversion Canal/Amite River Basin Task Force to study and recommend actions necessary for the completion of the Comite River Diversion Project, aimed at mitigating flooding in the Greater Baton Rouge Metropolitan Area and surrounding parishes. The task force will address the significant flooding issues caused by the Comite and Amite rivers, which have historically led to catastrophic flooding events, notably in 1983 and 2016. The project is designed to divert floodwaters from the upper Comite River to the Mississippi River, potentially reducing flood stages by up to fifty percent once completed.

The task force will consist of various appointed members, including state legislators, local officials, and representatives from relevant organizations, ensuring a comprehensive approach to flood mitigation and project completion. The task force is required to convene by July 31, 2024, and submit its recommendations to the appropriate legislative committees by February 1, 2025. The resolution emphasizes the importance of transparency and collaboration among stakeholders in the Amite River Basin, with the task force set to disband upon submission of its report or by April 13, 2025, whichever comes first.