Louisiana § RS 45:844.47 - Limitations on providing cable television and telecommunications and advanced services
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§ RS 45:844.47. Limitations on providing cable television and telecommunications and advanced services
A. Except as provided in this Chapter, a local government may not:
(1) Provide to one or more subscribers a covered service.
(2) For the purpose of providing a covered service to one or more subscribers, purchase, lease, construct, maintain, or operate any facility.
B. For purposes of this Chapter, a local government provides a covered service if the local government provides the service:
(1) Directly or indirectly, including through an authority or instrumentality acting on behalf of the local government or for the benefit of the local government.
(2) By itself.
(3) Through a partnership or joint venture.
(4) By contract, resale, or otherwise.
Acts 2004, No. 736, §1, eff. July 6, 2004.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 45:844.47 cover?
Section RS 45:844.47 ("Limitations on providing cable television and telecommunications and advanced services") 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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