Louisiana § RS 51:2399.1 - Intent

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 51:2399.1 — Intent, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 51:2399.1. Intent

A.  It is the intent of the Legislature of Louisiana that the modernization benefits provided for in this Chapter should be used primarily as an inducement for businesses to remain in the state and not relocate outside the state and to modernize their existing operations in Louisiana.

B.  Nothing herein shall be construed to constitute a guarantee or assumption by the state of any debt of any individual, company, corporation, or association or to authorize the credit of the state to be given, pledged, or loaned to any individual, company, corporation, or association.

C.  No agency shall incur monetary or personnel costs paid with federal funds for compliance with the provisions of this Chapter when such use of the funds is prohibited by federal law.

Acts 2009, No. 447, §1.

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 51:2399.1

What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 51:2399.1 cover?

Section RS 51:2399.1 ("Intent") 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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