The Louisiana Legislature has established the Task Force on Career Alignment to develop a statewide strategy for implementing effective education-to-career counseling across public postsecondary institutions. This initiative aims to address the challenges faced by graduates in transitioning from education to meaningful employment, particularly in retaining Louisiana's talent within the state. The task force will focus on enhancing career services, expanding work-based learning opportunities, and fostering partnerships between educational institutions and employers to better align educational offerings with workforce needs.

The task force will consist of various stakeholders, including representatives from higher education systems, workforce development agencies, and business organizations. It is tasked with assessing current practices, proposing recommendations for improvement, and establishing a framework for accountability in career services. The task force is expected to submit an interim report by January 21, 2026, and a final report by January 21, 2027, detailing its findings and recommendations to key state officials and organizations.