House Bill No. [insert number] establishes the Louisiana Highway Construction Authority by enacting Part IX of Chapter 2 of Title 49 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes. The bill outlines the legislative intent to enhance the maintenance, preservation, rehabilitation, restoration, and improvement of state highways and bridges. It defines the "Authority" as the Louisiana Highway Construction Authority and grants it distinct powers, duties, and responsibilities aimed at improving transportation planning for the public. Additionally, the bill mandates the creation of personnel to support the Authority's mission and requires the Authority to seek funding for transportation projects.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) must collaborate with the Authority on all transportation-related projects and plans. The provisions of the bill will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated time for bills to become law without a signature, as outlined in the Louisiana Constitution.