Louisiana Revised Statutes Tit. 48, § 36. Topographic mapping

A. The department shall develop and maintain a statewide digital geospatial database for topographic mapping with the assistance of other state agencies or departments. The department shall act as authority for geographic names, set standards for the mapping of topographic features, and plan and manage data collection for incorporation into a statewide database for topographic mapping. Rules and regulations shall be promulgated by the department in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act as are necessary for the planning and managing of the geospatial data associated with topographic mapping.

B. The department shall submit a written report to the House and Senate committees on transportation, highways, and public works providing for a program and plan of implementation for the development and maintenance of a statewide digital geospatial database for topographic mapping as required by Subsection A of this Section no later than December 31, 2012.