Louisiana Constitution ARTICLE XIV. TRANSITIONAL PROVISIONS
Here is the Louisiana Constitution – Article XIV: Transitional Provisions summary and explanation:
ARTICLE XIV. TRANSITIONAL PROVISIONS
This article contains rules and guidance for transitioning from Louisiana's previous constitution (the Constitution of 1921) to the current constitution (adopted in 1974 and effective January 1, 1975).
Key Sections and Provisions:
Continuation of Laws (Section 1)
Laws in effect before the new constitution remain valid unless they conflict with the new provisions or are repealed.
Ensures a smooth legal transition without legal gaps.
Continuation of Government (Section 2)
Government departments, agencies, boards, commissions, and their officials continue under the new constitution.
Ongoing operations are not disrupted.
Continuation of Courts (Section 3)
Courts established under the previous constitution continue to function.
Judges and court systems remain until changed by law or constitutional amendment.
Continuation of Civil Service (Section 4)
State and city civil service systems continue.
Provisions from the 1921 Constitution relating to civil service apply temporarily until replaced by law or new rules.
Effect on Local Government (Section 5)
Local governments and their powers continue.
Existing charters remain valid unless inconsistent with the new constitution.
Savings Clause (Section 6)
Contracts, rights, liabilities, and proceedings remain unaffected by the constitutional change.
Implementation of the Constitution (Section 7)
The legislature is directed to enact laws to implement the new constitution.
Severability (Section 8)
If any part of the constitution is declared invalid, the rest remains in effect.
Purpose of Article XIV:
Ensure legal stability and continuity during the transition from the old to the new constitutional framework.
Prevent the collapse of government functions.
Provide guidance for resolving conflicts between old and new provisions.
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