LAC 43:I.4101. Purpose and Authority

A. This Chapter sets forth the standards and procedures for certification of state or national land conservation organizations by the secretary for purposes of R.S. 31:149 and R.S. 41:1702. B. The purposes of this Chapter are to establish objective standards and procedures for determining that an applicant for certification actively and effectively works to conserve land by undertaking or assisting in land or easement acquisitions or by engaging in the stewardship of land or easements; for recertification and revocation of certification; and for related matters. C. These regulations are adopted pursuant to R.S. 31:149 and R.S. 41:1702.