Louisiana § RS 53:2 - Acceptance of federal aid

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 53:2 — Acceptance of federal aid, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 53:2. Acceptance of federal aid

The state or any political subdivision of the state may accept any offer of equipment, supplies, materials or funds for war-time or defense activities made by the United States of America or by any officer or agency thereof, subject to the terms of the offer and to the rules and regulations of the offeror.  If the state is the offeree the governor shall designate some state officer, and if a political subdivision is the offeree the chief executive officer shall designate one of its officers, who shall accept the offer on behalf of the offeree.

Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 53:2

What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 53:2 cover?

Section RS 53:2 ("Acceptance of federal aid") 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 53:2?

A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 53:2" (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?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Louisiana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Louisiana attorney.

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