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Louisiana: Texas Governor Signs Constitutional Carry Bill Despite Pressure from Far Left Anti-2A Groups: Will Edwards Do the Same?

Friday, June 18, 2021

Louisiana: Texas Governor Signs Constitutional Carry Bill Despite Pressure from Far Left Anti-2A Groups: Will Edwards Do the Same?

This week, Texas became the 21st state to enact Constitutional Carry after Governor Greg Abbott signed TX House Bill 1927.  The Governor’s signature also signaled the defeat of anti-gun groups who mounted increased calls to the Texas legislature and Governor, calling for the bill’s demise.

Now, Louisiana faces a similar outcry from the far left and those who would have the Second Amendment wiped from the constitution.  With the stroke of his pen across Senate Bill 118, Governor John Bel Edwards can make Louisiana the 22nd state to recognize its citizens’ right to defend themselves without first obtaining government permission to do so.

Please contact your State Representative and ask them to urge Governor Edwards to SIGN Senate Bill 118 into law.  Also, please call Governor Edward’s office at 225-342-7015 and voice your support for Senate Bill 118.


Senate Bill 118 removes the requirement for law-abiding individuals to obtain a concealed handgun permit before being allowed to carry concealed, a handgun for self-defense.  This important legislation ensures that citizens are able to exercise their right to self-defense without government red tape or delays.  This measure does not affect previously issued carry permits, and allows citizens who still wish to obtain a permit in order to carry in other states recognizing Louisiana permits, to do so.

Again, please contact your State Representative and ask them to urge Governor Edwards to sign the measure into law.  Please also call Governor Edwards’ office at 225-342-7015 and voice your support for Senate Bill 118.

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Friday, April 10, 2026

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Trump Administration Addresses Defensive Carry for Active-Duty Military Members

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Monday, April 6, 2026

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Monday, April 6, 2026

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Monday, April 6, 2026

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Maryland: Semi-Auto Ban Goes to Governor’s Desk

Friday, April 10, 2026

Maryland: Semi-Auto Ban Goes to Governor’s Desk

Today, the generally assembly passed SB 334, a ban on many common semi-automatic handguns, it now heads to the governor’s desk

Virginia: Gov. Spanberger’s (D) Approval Tanks after Radical Anti-gun Legislative Session

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Monday, April 13, 2026

Virginia: Gov. Spanberger’s (D) Approval Tanks after Radical Anti-gun Legislative Session

It’s only two months into one-party Democrat rule in the Old Dominion, and Virginians don’t like what they’re seeing.

Rhode Island:  Senate Judiciary Committee Resumes Second Amendment Attack Next Week

Saturday, April 11, 2026

Rhode Island: Senate Judiciary Committee Resumes Second Amendment Attack Next Week

Rhode Island gun owners will have the weekend to catch their breath before having to return to Providence early next week to resume the fight for their Second Amendment rights.

Virginia: Legislature Adjourns from 2026 Session; Anti-Gun Bills on Governor's Desk

Sunday, March 15, 2026

Virginia: Legislature Adjourns from 2026 Session; Anti-Gun Bills on Governor's Desk

On Saturday, March 14th, the Virginia General Assembly adjourned sine die from the 2026 legislative session, and the future of the Commonwealth hangs in the balance. 

Maine: Gun Rights Restoration Bill Passes, Final Critical Vote Ahead

Friday, April 10, 2026

Maine: Gun Rights Restoration Bill Passes, Final Critical Vote Ahead

A critical final vote is ahead, as early as Monday, on an important piece of legislation that would restore core constitutional rights to those previously convicted of certain nonviolent felonies. 

New Hampshire: Campus Carry Bill Scheduled for Senate Committee Hearing on Tuesday

Friday, April 10, 2026

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Established in 1975, the Institute for Legislative Action (ILA) is the "lobbying" arm of the National Rifle Association of America. ILA is responsible for preserving the right of all law-abiding individuals in the legislative, political, and legal arenas, to purchase, possess and use firearms for legitimate purposes as guaranteed by the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.