Senate Resolution No. [insert number] establishes the Task Force on Ensuring Voter Participation in the Political Process in Louisiana. This task force aims to address the concerning decline in voter turnout, which has reached historically low levels in recent elections. The resolution highlights the importance of voting as a fundamental aspect of democracy and notes that Louisiana has experienced significant voter fatigue due to the frequency of elections. The task force will study various mechanisms to enhance voter participation, including civic engagement partnerships, policies to support voter registration and turnout, and recommendations for consolidating elections to improve efficiency and engagement.

The task force will consist of representatives from various organizations, including state officials, civic groups, and advocacy organizations, with the chairperson being the representative from State Senate District 5. Members are required to submit their appointees by August 1, 2025, and the task force is expected to meet at least three times before submitting a written report of its findings and recommendations to the legislature thirty days prior to the 2026 Regular Session. The task force will also actively seek community feedback to inform its work, and its members will serve without compensation, aside from potential reimbursement for expenses.