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urn: urn:us-la:rs:38:3108
citation: "R.S. 38:3108"
status: active
breadcrumb: "Title 38 › Chapter 14"
acts_citations:
  - { year: 1971, number: 116, section: 1, effective_date: 1971-06-14, role: enactment }
---

# Eminent domain

Nothing contained in this chapter shall be construed as creating, in any condemnation proceedings brought under the power of eminent domain, any element of value or of damage not in existence on the date of enactment of this Chapter. Any payments herein authorized are gratuities and are vested in the discretion of the agency head.