Senate Resolution No. by Senator Barthelemy directs the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) to conduct a study on the potential hazards associated with the increasing railroad activity on the Norfolk Southern Railway, which originates at the Alabo Street Wharf in New Orleans. This resolution highlights the historical context of the Alabo Street Wharf, which has transitioned from a slaughterhouse to a terminal for importing organic grain, and notes the recent incidents involving Norfolk Southern trains. The resolution raises concerns about the proximity of the tracks to residential areas, the risks posed by grain dust, and the overall environmental and public safety implications of the reactivation of this rail corridor.

The resolution mandates that DOTD submit a written report detailing their findings and potential measures to mitigate any foreseeable harm to the community by January 1, 2027. This report is to be presented to the Senate Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works, ensuring that the concerns of local residents and the safety of the community are prioritized as railroad activity increases in the area.