House Resolution No. by Representative Taylor urges the Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) to assess and install pedestrian crosswalks at specific intersections along United States Highway 61, particularly at Carrollwood Drive, Belle Point Boulevard, and Belle Terre Boulevard in LaPlace. The resolution highlights the need for these improvements due to high accident rates and fatalities at these intersections, as well as the presence of schools, senior living facilities, and shopping centers that contribute to significant pedestrian traffic. The resolution emphasizes that enhancing pedestrian safety through well-marked crosswalks and improved signalization is essential for protecting vulnerable users and promoting overall road safety.

Additionally, the resolution notes that Airline Highway is a critical corridor for St. John the Baptist Parish, and improvements are necessary not only for motorists but also for pedestrians. The DOTD has secured funding for streetscape enhancements along Airline Highway, which is considered one of the most dangerous thoroughfares in the area. The resolution calls for the DOTD to submit a written report on its findings regarding the proposed crosswalk installations to the House Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works by August 1, 2026.