Louis Besson (born 6 May 1937 in

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, France) is a

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politician and member of the French

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. He served several terms in the

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, and was the Minister for Housing and Transportation from 11 December 1990 to 15 May 1991. He is particularly known for his support for the protection of agriculture in natural mountain areas.Michel Chevalier, "La 'Loi Montagn' et sa mise en œuvre (1981-1988)" ''

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,'' vol. 98, no 545, 1989, p. 8

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