Louisiana 2023 Regular Session

Louisiana House Bill HCR63

Introduced
4/26/23  
Introduced
4/26/23  
Refer
4/27/23  
Refer
4/27/23  
Report Pass
5/9/23  
Report Pass
5/9/23  
Engrossed
5/18/23  
Engrossed
5/18/23  
Refer
5/22/23  
Refer
5/22/23  
Report Pass
5/25/23  
Report Pass
5/25/23  
Passed
5/31/23  

Caption

Urges and requests the Department of Transportation and Development study the addition of a shoulder on Louisiana Highway 19 between north Zachary and the Mississippi state line

Impact

The resolution is significant as it recognizes the current inadequate safety measures on Louisiana Highway 19. The requested study aims to evaluate the feasibility of adding a shoulder, which not only would enhance safety but also provide structural support for emergency maneuvers. Recommendations from this study could lead to substantial changes in road safety regulations and potentially direct funding for improvements, reflecting a state-level response to road safety issues that affect local communities.

Summary

HCR63 is a House Concurrent Resolution that urges and requests the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development to study the conditions of Louisiana Highway 19 between north Zachary and the Mississippi state line. The resolution highlights the lack of a shoulder on this rural highway, which poses safety risks for motorists. It points out that the roadway is heavily traveled, with an average of approximately ten thousand vehicles per day on certain segments, further emphasizing the importance of road safety improvements in this area.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HCR63 appears to be positive, with strong support for improving road safety. Legislators and community members are likely viewing this as a necessary step to prevent accidents and facilitate safer travel for residents. The unanimous vote in the Senate, with 33 yeas and 0 nays during its voting on May 26, 2023, indicates a broad consensus on the need for enhancing roadway safety.

Contention

While HCR63 has garnered support, it does underscore potential concerns related to funding and priority setting for road improvements. The resolution requires the Department of Transportation to not only assess the feasibility and costs but also to evaluate accident history and roadway conditions. This thorough examination means that there may be challenges in addressing all safety issues quickly, especially in the context of limited state resources and competing infrastructure needs.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

LA HCR79

Provides for a study of adding a shoulder to Louisiana Highway 19 between north Zachary and the Mississippi state line

LA HCR21

Urges and requests the Department of Transportation and Development to study the safety of LA Hwy. 20 and feasibility of adding a shoulder

LA HCR137

Urges and requests the Department of Transportation and Development to study conditions on Louisiana Highway 44 in Reserve to add sidewalks

LA HR279

Urges and requests the Department of Transportation and Development to study conditions on Louisiana Highway 44 in Reserve, Louisiana, to add sidewalks

LA HCR67

Urges and requests the Department of Transportation and Development to study safe speeds on Hwy. 20 from the city limits of Thibodaux northbound to Hwy. 304

LA HCR35

Requests the Dept. of Transportation and Development to install highway shoulders along La. Highway 308 and through Ascension Parish to La. Highway 1

LA HR258

Urges and requests the Department of Transportation and Development to study the expansion of a portion of Lousiana Highway 21 to four lanes

LA HR66

Urges and requests the Department of Transportation and Development to study and work with Interstate 20 Amtrak partners to develop a passenger rail service connecting Texas and Mississippi through North Louisiana

LA HR242

Urges and requests the Department of Transportation and Development to study levying additional taxes on gasoline

LA HR201

Urges and requests the Department of Transportation and Development to review the feasibility of installing an additional turning lane at the intersection of United States Highway 171 North and Moeling Street in Calcasieu Parish

Similar Bills

LA HCR35

Requests the Dept. of Transportation and Development to install highway shoulders along La. Highway 308 and through Ascension Parish to La. Highway 1

LA HCR79

Provides for a study of adding a shoulder to Louisiana Highway 19 between north Zachary and the Mississippi state line

LA HCR21

Urges and requests the Department of Transportation and Development to study the safety of LA Hwy. 20 and feasibility of adding a shoulder

LA SR123

Requests DOTD to convert inside shoulder of I-12 between the I-10/I-12 split and Walker to a travel lane.

LA HB501

Authorizes the operation of certain utility terrain vehicles on highway shoulders

LA SCR103

Requests DOTD to install paved highway shoulders including bicycle paths along US 190 between the town of Livingston and the city of Denham Springs.

LA HB510

Authorizes the town of Golden Meadow in Lafourche Parish to designate certain alternative pathways along state highways for golf carts and low-speed vehicles

LA HB695

Provides relative to the loading and unloading of students on to and off of school buses