Senate Concurrent Resolution No. by Senator Hodges and Representative Bamburg establishes the Task Force on the Use of the American College Test (ACT) for Accountability. This task force is tasked with studying and making recommendations regarding the use of the ACT as a measure of high school performance for public school students in grades eleven and twelve. The resolution highlights concerns about the current requirement for all Louisiana public school students, including those pursuing career diplomas, to take the ACT, regardless of their college aspirations. It notes that this requirement may lead to lower average ACT scores for the state, misrepresenting the educational preparedness of Louisiana students and potentially impacting economic development.

The task force will consist of various appointed members, including representatives from the Senate, House of Representatives, the governor's office, and educational organizations. It is required to convene its first meeting by August 15, 2024, and submit a written report of its findings and recommendations to the legislature by March 14, 2025. The resolution emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to testing that accurately reflects both college and career readiness among students, and it mandates that the task force consider input from national organizations with expertise in public education accountability systems.