§ 17:1816 — Sickle cell anemia research center; Southern University and

Louisiana § 17:1816

• Jurisdiction: Louisiana
• Title 17: Credit Union Law

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§1816. Sickle cell anemia research center; Southern University and
Agricultural and Mechanical College at Baton Rouge; authority to
operate
A. Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College at
Baton Rouge may establish and operate a sickle cell anemia research center.
The establishment and operation of the center shall be subject to the
constitutional authority of the Board of Regents and the Board of Supervisors
of Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College.
B. The purposes of the center are as follows:
(1) To research, develop, and conduct a nationally recognized short and
long range research program into the causes of sickle cell disease and its cure.
(2) To establish cooperative relationships between the center, the
Louisiana Department of Health, other universities, and national and
international associations and agencies.
C. Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College at
Baton Rouge may use all of its colleges or departments in operating the center
and providing needed services.
D. Funds may be provided by the state of Louisiana by appropriation
from the general fund, from federal funds, or from any other public or
governmental source of funding or from any donation, grant, or any other
private source of funding.

Legislative History

Acts 1992, No. 319, §1.