House Resolution No. by Representative Walters urges the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) to take over the responsibilities for the construction of the Interstate 49 (I-49) Inner-City Connector project. This project aims to connect Interstate 20 through Shreveport to join I-49 South with the new I-49 North at Interstate 220. The resolution highlights the ongoing delays and uncertainties surrounding the project, which has been in the feasibility study stage since 2010 and is currently stalled due to increased costs and decreased funding. The Northwest Louisiana Council of Governments, which has been managing the project, is seeking to move forward with a preferred build alternative but has faced significant challenges.

The resolution also addresses safety concerns related to traffic congestion and accidents in the area, particularly following a fatal car accident near the I-49 interchange. In response to these issues, DOTD has implemented safety measures on I-220. Given the complexities and delays associated with the I-49 ICC project, the resolution calls for DOTD to assume full responsibility for its future construction to facilitate progress and improve safety in the region. A copy of the resolution will be sent to the secretary of the DOTD.