Louisiana § RS 49:197 - Legislature may legislate otherwise
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§ RS 49:197. Legislature may legislate otherwise
Nothing in this Part shall be construed to prohibit the legislature from terminating an entity covered by these provisions at a date earlier than that provided herein, nor to prohibit the legislature from considering any other legislation relative to such an entity.
Added by Acts 1976, No. 277, §8.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 49:197
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 49:197 cover?
Section RS 49:197 ("Legislature may legislate otherwise") 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 49:197?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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