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Louisiana Revised Statutes Tit. 49, § 1516. Data collection and verification

Current as of January 01, 2023 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

A. Each agency shall implement a standardized process for verifying the legal status of individuals seeking state services, which may include but is not limited to any of the following:

(1) Requesting proof of United States citizenship or lawful presence in the United States, such as a United States passport, permanent resident card, or other proof of lawful presence in the United States issued by the United States Department of Homeland Security or United States Department of State.

(2) Coordinating with the United States Department of Homeland Security or other federal agencies, including but not limited to utilizing the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) online service administered by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, to verify the legal status of individuals.

B. Each agency shall make reasonable efforts to ensure that any state service or benefit is provided only to individuals who meet the legal criteria for eligibility in accordance with federal and state laws.

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