Louisiana § RS 40:600.44 - Preference to affected areas
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:600.44 — Preference to affected areas, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 40:600.44. Preference to affected areas
Pursuant to the Robert T. Stafford Act as provided in 42 U.S.C.A. §5150, in the expenditure of federal funds, under the provisions of this Chapter, in the carrying out of activities by contract or agreement with private organizations, firms, or individuals, preference shall be given, to the extent feasible and practicable, to those organizations, firms, and individuals residing or doing business in the state of Louisiana.
Acts 2006, No. 355, §1, eff. June 13, 2006.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 40:600.44
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:600.44 cover?
Section RS 40:600.44 ("Preference to affected areas") 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.
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