La. Stat. Ann. § R.S. 46:2252
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§2252. Purpose A. The legislature hereby finds and declares that the state has the responsibility to act to assure that every individual within the state is afforded an equal opportunity to enjoy a full and productive life and that the failure to provide such equal opportunity, whether because of discrimination, prejudice, or intolerance not only threatens the rights and proper privileges of its inhabitants but menaces the institutions, the foundation of a free democratic state, and threatens the peace, order, health, safety, and general welfare of the state and its inhabitants. B. The opportunity to obtain education, housing, and other real estate and full and equal utilization of public services and programs without discrimination on the basis of a disability is a civil right.
La. R.S. § 46:2252 establishes the foundational purpose of Louisiana's disability civil rights framework, declaring that equal opportunity in housing, education, and public services is a civil right. The legislature recognized that discrimination, prejudice, or intolerance not only harms individuals but also undermines the broader foundations of a free and democratic society. This provision sets the policy context for the protections that follow elsewhere in the statute.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under La. R.S. § 46:2252, Louisiana has declared that equal access to housing for people with disabilities is a civil right, not merely a courtesy. Property owners and managers operating in Louisiana generally align their policies and practices with this foundational principle, ensuring that disability-based discrimination is not embedded in leasing, screening, or accommodation processes. Familiarity with this purpose provision helps operators understand the intent behind the more specific requirements found in the broader statute.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
La. R.S. § 46:2252 affirms that obtaining housing without discrimination on the basis of disability is a civil right in Louisiana. Tenants who believe they have experienced disability-based discrimination in housing may find this provision relevant as a statement of the state's policy commitment to equal opportunity. General enforcement paths can include filing a complaint with a fair housing agency, raising a violation as a defense in relevant proceedings, or consulting a tenant-rights or disability-rights organization for guidance.
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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