Louisiana § RS 49:1140 - Inland water cleanup
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 49:1140 — Inland water cleanup, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 49:1140. Inland water cleanup
In order to fulfill the obligations and responsibilities under this Chapter, the secretary may promote and encourage inland water cleanups whereby a waterway cleanup may be conducted annually by local groups to clean rivers, bayous, lakes, streams, and other waterways encouraging beautification through removal of litter and debris.
Acts 2022, No. 16, §2.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 49:1140
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 49:1140 cover?
Section RS 49:1140 ("Inland water cleanup") 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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