§ 38:2351 — Coordinated Use of Resources for Recreation, Economy, Navigation, and

Louisiana § 38:2351

• Jurisdiction: Louisiana
• Title 38: Public Contracts, Works and Improvements

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§2351. Coordinated Use of Resources for Recreation, Economy, Navigation, and
Transportation Authority; purpose and intent
A. The Coordinated Use of Resources for Recreation, Economy, Navigation, and
Transportation Authority, referred to in this Chapter as the "authority", is hereby established
as the single coordinating entity responsible for the prioritization, planning, and funding of
projects related to flood control, risk reduction, navigation, and water resource management
in all areas of the state not included within the coastal area as defined in R.S. 49:214.2.
B. The legislature declares that it is the public policy of the state to develop and
implement, on a comprehensive and coordinated basis, an integrated plan that shall support
and integrate the development and implementation of policies and initiatives for flood
protection, infrastructure planning, and economic development in the upland area. Consistent
with this goal, it is the policy of this state to achieve a proper balance between development
and conservation and encourage the use of state resources in responsible economic
development of the area. The authority shall implement the policy within these areas
ensuring the efficient and coordinated management of water resources within its jurisdiction,
addressing issues related to water quantity, flood risk mitigation, navigation, economic
development, and recreation. It shall be the policy of the state within these areas that through
the comprehensive and coordinated efforts and acting in accordance with the provisions of
this Chapter, the authority shall exercise all powers necessary to plan, develop, and
implement projects and programs consistent with the legislative intent expressed in this
Chapter.
C.(1) Notwithstanding any other provision of state or federal law, the authority is
established, authorized, and empowered to carry out all functions necessary to serve as the
single entity responsible to act as the local sponsor for construction, operation, and
maintenance of all projects approved by the board in areas under its jurisdiction.
(2) Nothing in this Chapter shall impair, amend, supersede, or nullify the authority
of any political subdivision, port, navigation district, or levee district designated as a local
sponsor pursuant to an act of Congress, a federal authorization, or a cooperative agreement
with the United States Army Corps of Engineers.

Legislative History

Acts 2025, No. 418, §1.