Louisiana § RS 17:178 - School supplies
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 17:178 — School supplies, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 17:178. School supplies
School supplies requested by classroom teachers of a student's parent or legal guardian shall not exceed a published amount per student per school year as determined by the public school governing authority. Each school principal shall approve all school supplies requested by classroom teachers. Prior to assessing a fee for school supplies or developing a school supply list, consideration shall be given to the existing school supply inventory. A student shall not be denied the opportunity to participate in a classroom activity due to his inability to provide requested supplies.
Acts 2019, No. 240, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 17:178
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 17:178 cover?
Section RS 17:178 ("School supplies") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Louisiana § RS 17:178?
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