Requests the oil and gas industry in Louisiana to support the construction of the Louisiana Geological Survey Coastal Geohazards Atlas by providing access to interpretations from 3-D seismic data.
Impact
The resolution emphasizes the importance of using existing oil and gas industry seismic data to enhance the understanding of coastal hazards. The findings suggest that faulting and geological shifts have significant impacts on infrastructure and flood control strategies in southeastern Louisiana. By creating the Coastal Geohazards Atlas, the resolution anticipates that stakeholders will be able to plan and prioritize coastal protection and restoration projects more effectively, potentially mitigating future risk and damage from geological hazards.
Summary
SCR86 is a concurrent resolution that requests the oil and gas industry in Louisiana to support the construction of the Louisiana Geological Survey Coastal Geohazards Atlas. The Atlas aims to provide access to interpretations from 3-D seismic data, which play a crucial role in understanding the geological features of coastal Louisiana, particularly concerning faults and their implications for land stability and subsidence. This resolution is rooted in a recognition of the relationship between geological fault movement and coastal land loss, as identified in a significant report by the United States Army Corps of Engineers.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding SCR86 appears to be collaborative, as it seeks participation from the oil and gas sector to contribute valuable data for research initiatives. While the resolution may garner support from environmental and geological organizations focusing on coastal restoration, it could evoke concerns regarding the oil and gas industry's involvement and its historical impact on coastal ecosystems. The call for industry collaboration indicates a recognition of the complex interplay between economic interests and environmental stewardship.
Contention
Notable points of contention may arise regarding the reliance on the oil and gas industry for data collection, given the historical challenges associated with resource extraction in Louisiana's coastal regions. Critics could argue that this reliance might not fully address environmental concerns or the long-term implications of further industrial activity in sensitive ecological areas. Balancing industry collaboration with the need for environmental protection and sustainable practices will be a key challenge as stakeholders move forward with the initiatives outlined in SCR86.
Requests the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority to conduct a science-based study of the adequacy of the current inland boundary of the coastal zone of Louisiana. (OR INCREASE GF EX See Note)
Coastal resources: California Coastal Act of 1976: industrial developments: oil and gas developments: refineries: petrochemical facilities: offshore wind.
Requests the Louisiana Workforce Commission to conduct a study to determine the assets needed in order to accommodate and assist the oil and gas industry in providing trained Louisiana workers needed for oil and gas production expected from newly found minerals in the Tuscaloosa Marine Shale.
To Abolish The Arkansas Geological Survey; To Create The Office Of The State Geologist And Transfer The Authority And Duties Of The Arkansas Geological Survey To The Office; And To Declare An Emergency.
Requests the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority of Louisiana and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to incorporate the East Biloxi Shoreline Barrier Zone as a vital component in the state and federal master plans for coastal restoration and storm protection.
Requests that the Bd. of Regents and the State Bd. of Elementary and Secondary Education, with the Taylor Foundation, La. Office of Student Financial Assistance, public postsecondary education management boards, and certain others, study certain issues relative to TOPS
Requests the Louisiana Workforce Commission and the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs to study employment practices and professional licensing requirements to benefit veterans in the workforce
Creates a task force to study meaningful oversight of the professional healthcare licensing boards statutorily created within the Department of Health and Hospitals.