House Resolution No. ___, introduced by Representative Walters, urges the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development to establish the Urban Infrastructure Planning Task Force. This task force is tasked with identifying key infrastructure project needs in urban areas, assessing the financial feasibility and potential impacts of these projects, evaluating their efficiency, and determining how they can enhance the quality of life for Louisiana citizens. The resolution highlights the significant backlog in infrastructure projects, particularly in urban areas like New Orleans and Baton Rouge, and emphasizes the need for a coordinated approach to address these challenges.

The resolution outlines the composition of the task force, which will include mayors and city engineers from major urban areas, as well as representatives from local universities. The task force is required to submit a series of written reports to the House Transportation, Highways, and Public Works Committee, detailing infrastructure plans for 2030, 2035, and 2040, with interim reports due in 2027 and 2032. This initiative aims to improve the state's infrastructure planning and execution, ultimately benefiting the economy and safety of Louisiana's urban environments.