Louisiana § RS 46:2631 - Purpose

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 46:2631 — Purpose, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 46:2631. Purpose

            The purpose of this Chapter is to provide for the development of a rehabilitation program for persons disabled by traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries through the establishment of a trust fund in the state treasury to be funded by additional fees imposed on motor vehicle violations in this state for the offenses of driving under the influence, reckless operation, and speeding. The purpose of the Traumatic Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Trust Fund is to provide Louisiana citizens who survive traumatic brain or spinal cord injuries a source of funds for services enabling them with assistance to return to a reasonable level of functioning and independent living in their communities.

            Acts 1993, No. 654, §1, eff. June 16, 1993; Acts 2018, No. 424, §1, eff. May 23, 2018; Acts 2024, No. 278, §2, eff. Feb. 1, 2025.

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What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 46:2631 cover?

Section RS 46:2631 ("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.

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