Louisiana § RS 17:261 - Constitution of the United States
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 17:261 — Constitution of the United States, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 17:261. Constitution of the United States
Regular courses of study on the Constitution of the United States shall be given, beginning with the eighth grade and continuing thereafter, in all the public schools, high schools, colleges, universities and other educational institutions supported wholly or in part with the public funds of the state or of any political subdivision thereof.
The state board of education or the governing authority of the educational institution shall enforce the provisions of this Section.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 17:261
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 17:261 cover?
Section RS 17:261 ("Constitution of the United States") 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 17:261?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 17:261" (Louisiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
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