Louisiana § RS 40:1558.1 - Purpose
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1558.1 — Purpose, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 40:1558.1. Purpose
A. The legislature finds and declares that volunteer fire departments make up the vast majority of fire departments in the state, and the number of volunteers is declining. Participation in volunteer fire departments is vital to public safety; therefore, it is crucial to the future of emergency services in this state to encourage participation in volunteer fire departments.
B. It is the purpose of this Part to provide for the creation of the Volunteer Firefighters' Tuition Reimbursement Fund, wherein the state may financially reimburse eligible students who volunteer with volunteer fire departments.
Acts 2013, No. 310, §2.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 40:1558.1
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1558.1 cover?
Section RS 40:1558.1 ("Purpose") 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 40:1558.1?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1558.1" (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 40:1558.1 apply to my situation?
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