House Resolution No. by Representative Taylor urges the Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) to assess and implement pedestrian crosswalks at specific intersections along United States Highway 61 in LaPlace, Louisiana. The resolution highlights the highway's significance as a major corridor for St. John the Baptist Parish and addresses safety concerns due to high accident rates and fatalities at intersections such as Carrollwood Drive, Belle Point Boulevard, and Belle Terre Boulevard. It emphasizes the need for improvements to enhance safety for both motorists and pedestrians, particularly given the presence of schools, senior living facilities, and shopping centers in the area.

The resolution calls for the DOTD to conduct a thorough evaluation of the identified intersections and to include recommendations for pedestrian safety enhancements, such as clearly marked crosswalks and improved signalization. Additionally, the DOTD is required to submit a written report of its findings to the House Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works by August 1, 2026. The resolution aims to promote safer road conditions and improve mobility for pedestrians along this heavily traveled and aging route.