Louisiana § RS 48:1152 - Power to contract
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:1152 — Power to contract, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 48:1152. Power to contract
The department of highways is hereby authorized to enter into contracts with bridge and ferry authorities, organized under the laws of the state of Louisiana, for the construction, maintenance and operation of bridges and ferries by such authority, which contracts shall be binding upon the department and the state of Louisiana.
Acts 1952, No. 8, §2.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 48:1152
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:1152 cover?
Section RS 48:1152 ("Power to contract") 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 48:1152?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:1152" (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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