House Concurrent Resolution No. by Representative Taylor urges the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development to conduct a study on the conditions of Louisiana Highway 44 in Reserve, Louisiana, with the aim of adding sidewalks. The resolution highlights the lack of sidewalks along the highway and the elevated piped bridge, which poses safety hazards for both motorists and pedestrians. It emphasizes the need for improved infrastructure in rural communities like Reserve, where accessing state and federal funds for such projects can be challenging. The resolution points out that the busy highway serves several local schools, churches, and businesses, resulting in frequent pedestrian traffic.

The resolution calls for the addition of sidewalks to enhance safety, mobility, and community health, as well as to reduce pedestrian accidents. It references guidelines from the Federal Highway Administration that recommend accessible sidewalks in urban areas and walkable shoulders in less developed areas. The Department of Transportation and Development is tasked with submitting a report on its findings to the relevant legislative committees by August 1, 2025. A copy of the resolution will also be sent to the secretary of the Department of Transportation and Development.