Louisiana § RS 17:5 - Compensation of board members
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 17:5 — Compensation of board members, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 17:5. Compensation of board members
Each member of the board shall be paid the same per diem provided by law for members of the state legislature for each day of actual attendance at meetings of the board or of a committee appointed by the board on which the member serves, or while on business for the board assigned by it, plus travel and other necessary expenses incurred in the performance of official duties. Reimbursement of travel and expenses shall be in conformity with regulations governing such expenses of state officials.
Acts 1975, No. 274, §1; Acts 1999, No. 722, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 17:5
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 17:5 cover?
Section RS 17:5 ("Compensation of board members") 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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