Louisiana § RS 38:1655 - Additional levy for payment of principal and interest
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 38:1655 — Additional levy for payment of principal and interest, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 38:1655. Additional levy for payment of principal and interest
In case the proceeds of the original tax levy made under the provisions of R.S. 38:1631 are not sufficient to pay the principal and interest of all bonds issued, then the board of commissioners shall make any additional levy or levies upon benefits assessed necessary for this purpose. Under no circumstances shall any tax levies be made that will in any manner or to any extent impair the security of the bonds or the funds available for the payment of the principal and interest of the bonds.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 38:1655
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 38:1655 cover?
Section RS 38:1655 ("Additional levy for payment of principal and interest") 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 38:1655?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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