Senate Resolution No. by Senator Barrow establishes the Task Force on Technology and Research Parks to evaluate the effectiveness of technology and research parks in Louisiana. The resolution highlights the historical context of these parks, which were created in the early 1980s to support technology-based businesses in various sectors, including information technology and biomedical fields. The task force is tasked with studying the utilization of these parks since January 2020, assessing the investment in businesses, and identifying both successful and struggling parks. A report with recommendations is to be submitted to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection and International Affairs by March 1, 2026.

The task force will consist of various representatives, including the president of the Senate, members from the Louisiana Economic Development, and presidents from multiple university systems. The resolution outlines the process for appointing members, convening meetings, and ensuring compliance with open meeting laws. The task force will operate without compensation, except for per diem or expense reimbursements, and will dissolve upon submitting its report or by June 1, 2025, whichever comes first.