The House Concurrent Resolution establishes the Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Task Force in Louisiana to study and recommend best practices for managing and mitigating the spread of CWD, a fatal neurodegenerative disease affecting deer species. CWD was first detected in Louisiana in 2022 and poses significant risks to the state's deer hunting and breeding communities, as well as the businesses that support these activities. The resolution outlines the need for a comprehensive approach to evaluate existing management policies, containment protocols, and coordination among state agencies to effectively address the disease's impact.

The task force will consist of members from state government, non-governmental organizations, private industry, and federal representatives, with the House member appointed by the Speaker serving as chairman. The group is tasked with assessing current testing and tracking practices, improving information sharing on CWD cases, and identifying necessary updates to regulations and containment strategies. The task force is required to submit a report of its findings and recommendations to relevant legislative committees before the 2027 Regular Session, ensuring that the state is well-prepared to combat the challenges posed by CWD.