Louisiana Statutes
§ 42:12 — Public policy for open meetings; liberal construction
Louisiana·Title 42 Public Officers and Employees
A.It is essential to the maintenance of a democratic society that public business be performed in an open and public manner and that the citizens be advised of and aware of the performance of public officials and the deliberations and decisions that go into the making of public policy. Toward this end, the provisions of this Chapter shall be construed liberally.
B.Further, to advance this policy, all public bodies shall post a copy of this Chapter.
NOTE: Former R.S. 42:12 was redesignated as R.S. 42:27 by Acts 2010, No. 861, §23.
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Legislative History
Added by Acts 1976, No. 665, §1; Acts 1999, No. 467, §1; Acts 2010, No. 861, §23.
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§ 42:1
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Definitions§ 42:1003
Federal-State agreement§ 42:1004
Contributions by state employees§ 42:1005
Plans for coverage of employees of political subdivision and of state and local instrumentalities§ 42:1008
Rules and regulations§ 42:1009
Studies and reports§ 42:1010
Referenda and certification§ 42:1051
§ 42:1051