Louisiana § RS 49:1516 - Data collection and verification
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 49:1516 — Data collection and verification, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 49:1516. Data collection and verification
A. Each agency shall implement a standardized process for verifying the legal status of individuals seeking state services, which may include but is not limited to any of the following:
(1) Requesting proof of United States citizenship or lawful presence in the United States, such as a United States passport, permanent resident card, or other proof of lawful presence in the United States issued by the United States Department of Homeland Security or United States Department of State.
(2) Coordinating with the United States Department of Homeland Security or other federal agencies, including but not limited to utilizing the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) online service administered by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, to verify the legal status of individuals.
B. Each agency shall make reasonable efforts to ensure that any state service or benefit is provided only to individuals who meet the legal criteria for eligibility in accordance with federal and state laws.
Acts 2025, No. 419, §1, eff. June 20, 2025.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 49:1516
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 49:1516 cover?
Section RS 49:1516 ("Data collection and verification") 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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