The House Concurrent Resolution No. by Representative Miller aims to continue the Health Disparities in Rural Areas Task Force, which was initially established during the 2022 Regular Session. The task force is tasked with identifying and studying significant health issues affecting rural and underserved communities in Louisiana, particularly in light of the worsening health disparities exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The resolution highlights that a substantial portion of Louisiana's population lives in rural areas, which are classified as health professional shortage areas, and emphasizes the need for improved health outcomes in these communities as a critical public health priority.

The resolution outlines the structure and membership of the task force, which will include representatives from various health organizations and stakeholders. It mandates the task force to reconvene by August 15, 2025, and requires it to submit a report of its findings and recommendations to the relevant House and Senate committees by February 1, 2026. Additionally, the task force is authorized to adopt rules of procedure to facilitate its work, ensuring that it can effectively address the healthcare needs of Louisiana's rural population.