Louisiana § RS 33:4545.2 - Declaration of purpose; authority created
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:4545.2 — Declaration of purpose; authority created, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 33:4545.2. Declaration of purpose; authority created
It is the intent of the legislature by passage of this Chapter to provide for the creation of a state electric power authority and to that end there is hereby created the Louisiana Energy and Power Authority, hereinafter referred to as the "Authority", as a political subdivision of the State of Louisiana with full corporate powers, to provide facilities for the generation and/or transmission of electric power and energy, and to vest the Authority with all powers that may be necessary to enable it to accomplish such purposes, which powers shall be exercised for the benefit of participating municipalities.
It is further the intention of the legislature that in order to achieve the economies and efficiencies made possible by the proper planning, financing, sizing and location of facilities for the generation or transmission of electric power and energy which may not be practical for any municipality acting alone, and to insure an adequate, reliable and economical supply of electric power and energy to the participating municipalities, the Authority shall be authorized to jointly cooperate and to plan, finance, develop, own and operate with municipalities and investor owned electric power companies and electric power cooperative associations or corporations, within the state, electric generation and transmission facilities in order to provide for the present and future requirements of the Authority and participating municipalities.
Added by Acts 1979, No. 772, §1, eff. July 20, 1979.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 33:4545.2
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:4545.2 cover?
Section RS 33:4545.2 ("Declaration of purpose; authority created") 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 33:4545.2?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:4545.2" (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 33:4545.2 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.