La. Stat. Ann. § R.S. 51:2601

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

Operative Text

La. Stat. Ann. § R.S. 51:2601
§2601. Title
This Chapter shall be known and may be cited as the "Louisiana Equal Housing Opportunity Act".
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Plain English

La. R.S. § 51:2601 establishes the official short title of Louisiana's fair housing statute, designating it the 'Louisiana Equal Housing Opportunity Act.' This provision does not impose requirements or prohibitions on its own; it simply gives the broader chapter a formal name by which it can be referenced in legal documents, court filings, and public discourse. The substantive rights and obligations in the housing context are found in the sections that follow within this same chapter.

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For Property Managers

Property owners and managers operating in Louisiana should be aware that La. R.S. § 51:2601 identifies the governing framework as the 'Louisiana Equal Housing Opportunity Act,' which is the statute under which fair housing complaints and enforcement actions in the state are typically framed. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with the full chapter that follows this title provision to understand the specific conduct it regulates. Knowing the statute's official name helps operators recognize relevant notices, agency correspondence, or legal filings that reference 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. § 51:2601 gives tenants and housing applicants a clear reference point: when fair housing protections under Louisiana law are at issue, the governing statute is formally called the 'Louisiana Equal Housing Opportunity Act.' Tenants who believe their rights under this Act have been violated can look to the chapters that follow this title provision for the specific protections available to them. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid offices familiar with Louisiana fair housing law can help individuals understand how the Act applies to their circumstances.

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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