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urn: urn:us-la:rs:49:159
citation: "R.S. 49:159"
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breadcrumb: "Title 49 › Chapter 1 › Part VIII"
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# State bird

After July 27, 1966, the official bird for the state of Louisiana shall be the Brown Pelican as it presently appears on the seal of the state of Louisiana, and its use on the seal of the state, other insignia of the state and on all official documents is hereby authorized and directed.