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La. Stat. Ann. § R.S. 46:2251

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effective 10/17/2026LouisianaFair Housing & Anti-Discrimination

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La. Stat. Ann. § R.S. 46:2251
§2251. Short title
This Chapter may be cited as the "Civil Rights Act for Persons with Disabilities".
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Plain English

La. R.S. § 46:2251 establishes the official short title for the chapter that follows, designating it the "Civil Rights Act for Persons with Disabilities." This provision does not itself impose requirements or grant specific rights; it simply gives the chapter a name by which it can be referenced in legal documents, court filings, and public discourse. The substantive protections and obligations are found in the sections that follow within this chapter.

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For Property Managers

Property owners and managers operating in Louisiana should be aware that the broader chapter introduced by La. R.S. § 46:2251 — formally titled the "Civil Rights Act for Persons with Disabilities" — governs certain obligations related to persons with disabilities. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with the full chapter to understand what conduct is regulated under this law. Knowing the chapter's official name helps in identifying relevant regulations, agency guidance, and legal references that cite it.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

La. R.S. § 46:2251 gives the chapter its official name — the "Civil Rights Act for Persons with Disabilities" — which can be useful when researching rights, filing complaints, or communicating with housing authorities in Louisiana. Tenants with disabilities who believe their rights under this chapter have been violated may explore options such as contacting a local tenant-rights organization or a fair housing agency. Referencing the chapter's formal title when seeking assistance can help advocates and agencies quickly identify the applicable legal framework.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

La. R.S. 9:1149.2
La. R.S. 51:2605
La. R.S. 51:2614
La. R.S. 51:2611
La. R.S. 40:1285.6
La. R.S. 40:1285.7
La. R.S. 40:1285.9
La. R.S. 40:1285.7
La. R.S. 40:1285.4
La. R.S. 40:1285.6
La. R.S. 40:508
La. R.S. 40:526
La. R.S. 46:1952
La. R.S. 46:1952
La. R.S. 46:1952
La. R.S. 46:2253
La. R.S. 51:1405
La. R.S. 51:1405
La. R.S. 51:2238
La. R.S. 51:2611
La. R.S. 51:2606
La. R.S. 51:2605
La. R.S. 51:2606
La. R.S. 51:2604
La. R.S. 51:2606
La. R.S. 51:2610
La. R.S. 51:2611
La. R.S. 51:2614
La. R.S. 51:2611
La. R.S. 9:3251
La. R.S. 9:3252
La. R.S. 9:1149.2
La. R.S. 9:1149.2
La. R.S. 9:3259.1
La. R.S. 9:3251
La. R.S. 9:3261.1
La. R.S. 9:3251
La. R.S. 9:3261.2

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