La. Ch. Code art. 1640
This is the official text of La. Ch. Code art. 1640, part of Louisiana’s Children's Code — governs child custody, child protection, and juvenile justice in Louisiana.
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Indian tribes
Official statutory text
NOTE: Art. 1640 enacted by Acts 2010, No. 893, §1, eff. when the 35th state enacts the Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this Chapter or the compact, the Interstate Commission may promulgate guidelines to permit Indian tribes to utilize the compact to achieve any or all of the purposes of the compact as specified in Article 1623. The Interstate Commission shall make reasonable efforts to consult with Indian tribes in promulgating guidelines to reflect the diverse circumstances of the various Indian tribes.
Acts 2010, No. 893, §1.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this Chapter or the compact, the Interstate Commission may promulgate guidelines to permit Indian tribes to utilize the compact to achieve any or all of the purposes of the compact as specified in Article 1623. The Interstate Commission shall make reasonable efforts to consult with Indian tribes in promulgating guidelines to reflect the diverse circumstances of the various Indian tribes.
Acts 2010, No. 893, §1.
Status: in_force · Read it on the official government site
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