House Resolution No. by Representative Taylor urges the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) to assess and implement pedestrian crosswalks at specific intersections along United States Highway 61, particularly at Carrollwood Drive, Belle Point Boulevard, and Belle Terre Boulevard in LaPlace. This initiative aims to enhance road safety and conditions, especially given the high accident rates and fatalities reported at these intersections. The resolution highlights the importance of these improvements for both motorists and pedestrians, as the highway serves as a major corridor for St. John the Baptist Parish and is frequented by pedestrians due to the presence of schools, senior living facilities, and shopping centers.

The resolution emphasizes the urgency of these safety measures, noting that Airline Highway is one of the most dangerous thoroughfares in the area and that existing traffic signals contribute to hazardous driving conditions. It calls for the installation of well-designed crosswalks with appropriate signage and signal timing to protect vulnerable users and improve mobility. Additionally, the DOTD is required to submit a written report detailing its findings regarding the evaluation and installation of these crosswalks to the House Committee on Transportation, Highways, and Public Works by August 1, 2026.