ROADS/HIGHWAYS: Urges DOTD to evaluate all school zones on state highways.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tehmi Chassion and 1 co-sponsor

SCR 62 asks DOTD to study safety and operations of school zones located along state highway rights-of-way and report recommendations.

Read by title, concurred in by vote of 93 yeas, 0 nays.

Summary of SCR 62 (2026) – Louisiana

Purpose and intent

SCR 62 urges the Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) to evaluate all school zones located on state highway rights-of-way.

The resolution signals legislative interest in assessing the safety and operational aspects of school-zone designations on state highways, with an emphasis on traffic safety around school facilities.

Key provisions and changes

Non-binding resolution directing a state agency (DOTD) to conduct a study or evaluation. It does not by itself create new laws or mandatory practices, but it requests formal consideration and action by DOTD.

The emphasis is on school zones that are situated along state highway corridors, rather than school zones on local or municipal streets outside state highway rights-of-way.

Who/what is affected

State agencies: DOTD would be the primary responder to the resolution’s directive.

School zones on state highway corridors: Subjects of the evaluation.

The broader public, particularly students, families, and commuters, who could be affected by safety improvements, improved signage, reduced speeds, or other safety measures resulting from the evaluation.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Status: Introduced in the Senate; as of the action history, Rules were suspended, and it was read by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading (indicating it progressed through at least one chamber’s readings in the 2026 session).

Sponsor: Co-sponsor Valarie Hodges.

As a Senate resolution (SCR), its effect is typically advisory and ceremonial, aimed at urging a study or action rather than creating enforceable law. It does not authorize spending or establish new statutory requirements directly.

Since SCRs generally do not impose timelines unless explicitly stated, any specific study deadlines or reporting requirements would be determined by DOTD in response to the resolution or by subsequent legislative action.

Potential impact and considerations

If DOTD undertakes the evaluation, potential outcomes could include:

Reassessment of speed limits, signage, crosswalks, and traffic-calming measures in school zones on state highways.
Recommendations for engineering or policy changes to enhance safety for students and school staff.
Identification of funding needs or prioritization for safety improvements.

The resolution could influence future legislative or administrative actions based on the DOTD findings, including potential bills or budget requests tied to school-zone safety on state highways.

Note: The resolution is advisory in nature. Its effectiveness depends on DOTD’s response and any subsequent legislative or administrative actions following the evaluation.