Head and Master Law (1977)
Louisiana: The State We're In
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: News, Public Affairs
Place Covered: Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 1977-06-3
Duration: 00:11:07
Subjects: Louisiana Legislative Session, 1977 | Louisiana. Legislature | LEGISLATION | Politics | Marriage | Community property | Head and Master Laws | Women's rights
Contributors:
- George, Beth Host
- Casey, Tom Speaker
- Riley, Janet Speaker
- Gerard, Richard Speaker
- Pascal, Robert Speaker
Description
This segment from the June 3, 1977, episode of “Louisiana: The State We’re In” features a “Viewpoint” report on two proposed plans that would repeal the state’s current “Head and Master” law by changing the community property laws related to marriage. The current “Head and Master” law defines the husband as the head and master of a household and, therefore, in control of a couple’s property. Host: Beth George