House Resolution No. by Representative Turner directs the Board of Regents, Louisiana Works, and Louisiana Economic Development to conduct a comprehensive study on the state's return on investment regarding the Taylor Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS). This initiative, which has supported thousands of Louisiana students in pursuing postsecondary education for nearly three decades, aims to assess the program's long-term economic impact and workforce outcomes. The study will be conducted in collaboration with the Kathleen Babineaux Blanco Public Policy Center and is required to produce a written report of findings and recommendations to the House Committee on Education by March 1, 2027.

The resolution outlines specific areas of focus for the study, including an analysis of post-graduation outcomes for TOPS recipients, a comparison of economic outcomes between recipients and non-recipients, and an evaluation of how well the program aligns with Louisiana's workforce needs and economic development goals. Importantly, the study will not address individual eligibility criteria for TOPS but will instead concentrate on broader economic and workforce trends to enhance the state's competitiveness. The collaborative effort aims to ensure that taxpayer investments in postsecondary education yield optimal returns for the state's fiscal health and prosperity.