House Resolution No. by Representative Dickerson urges the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) to study the feasibility of establishing a maintenance and reporting program for interstate highway signage. The resolution highlights the importance of clear and well-maintained signage for transportation safety and navigation, noting that current practices often involve replacing damaged signs rather than maintaining them. It points out that federal grants are available to support such maintenance efforts and that routine upkeep could significantly extend the lifespan of the signs while also creating new job opportunities.

The resolution calls for the DOTD to provide a written report on the potential benefits and feasibility of this maintenance program to the House Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works by January 1, 2027. It emphasizes that implementing a comprehensive maintenance strategy would not only enhance public safety but also improve the overall image of the state’s transportation infrastructure.