Louisiana § RS 25:221 - Gifts and contributions, acceptance by board of control
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 25:221 — Gifts and contributions, acceptance by board of control, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 25:221. Gifts and contributions, acceptance by board of control
The board of control of every public library created and maintained under the provisions of this Part may receive and accept unconditional gifts, donations and contributions from individuals and corporations, but no gifts or donations conditionally made shall be accepted without the approval of the governing authority of the parish or municipality creating the public library. All moneys, property, and other things of value given or contributed to a public library shall be turned over to the treasurer of the board of control and shall be expended or invested by the librarian with the approval of the board of control.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 25:221
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 25:221 cover?
Section RS 25:221 ("Gifts and contributions, acceptance by board of control") 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 25:221?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 25:221" (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?
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How does Louisiana § RS 25:221 apply to my situation?
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