Louisiana § RS 30:98.12 - Public water supply prioritization
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 30:98.12 — Public water supply prioritization, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 30:98.12. Public water supply prioritization
Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, in carrying out its authorities established by this Part the department shall prioritize and protect the sustainability of public water supplies in its management and regulatory decisions, consistent with the policy established in R.S. 38:3097.6. In exercising its authority under this Part, the department shall ensure that no regulatory or permitting action undermines or adversely impacts the availability or quality of water necessary for public water supply systems.
Acts 2025, No. 458, §1, eff. Oct. 1, 2025.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 30:98.12 cover?
Section RS 30:98.12 ("Public water supply prioritization") 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.
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