Louisiana § RS 24:576 - Contracts database
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 24:576 — Contracts database, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 24:576. Contracts database
A.(1) The auditor shall ensure that the website includes a contract database that is electronically searchable by the public.
(2) All state agencies shall provide information to the auditor as required by this Section in the time and manner required by the auditor.
B. The auditor shall ensure that the contract database shall have the following functionality and ability to:
(1) Search and aggregate records by agency.
(2) Search and aggregate contracts by contractor.
(3) Download information yielded by a search of the database.
(4) Provide access or integration into the website information from the reports on contracts required by law including:
(a) Information required to be published on the division of administration's website by R.S. 39:1567(B)(3).
(b) Copies of the monthly reports submitted to the Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget under R.S. 39:1567(E).
(c) The annual report on the progress of the Louisiana Initiative for Small Entrepreneurships (the Hudson Initiative) required to be made available on the internet by R.S. 39:2007(E).
(d) The annual report on the progress of the Louisiana Initiative for Veteran and Service-Connected Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Entrepreneurships (the Veteran Initiative) required to be made available on the internet by R.S. 39:2177(E).
C. The contract database shall include the following content:
(1) Contract amount.
(2) A brief description of the purpose of the contract.
(3) The beginning and ending dates of the contract.
(4) The name of the contracting agency.
(5) The name of the contractor.
(6) The city and state of the contractor's domicile.
(7) If available, supporting documentation for payment requests including invoices, timesheets, and reports from automatic verification software capable of automatically verifying the legitimacy of hours billed for computer generated work performed.
Acts 2023, No. 446, §1, see Act.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 24:576
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 24:576 cover?
Section RS 24:576 ("Contracts database") 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 24:576?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 24:576" (Louisiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Louisiana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Louisiana attorney.
How does Louisiana § RS 24:576 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Louisiana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Louisiana.