The Senate Resolution No. by Senator Barrow establishes the Baton Rouge SWOT Analysis Study Commission, tasked with conducting a comprehensive Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis of Baton Rouge. This initiative aims to assess the city's current state and future potential, ensuring its vitality as the capital of Louisiana and promoting its growth and prosperity. The resolution emphasizes the importance of involving diverse stakeholders, including public officials, business leaders, educators, and community organizations, to create a meaningful and inclusive evaluation of the city's assets and challenges.
The commission will consist of various representatives, including the mayor-president of Baton Rouge, members from local economic and educational organizations, and two state senators. It is authorized to receive staff support and input from local entities and the public. The commission is required to convene its first meeting at the call of the senator representing District 15, elect its officers, and submit a written report of its findings and recommendations to the Senate president no later than sixty days before the 2026 Regular Session. The commission will dissolve upon submitting its report or on July 1, 2026, whichever comes first.