Thursday, May 8th, at 10:00 am, is "gun day" in the House Administration of Criminal Justice Committee. Multiple firearm related bills are scheduled to be heard, including three important pro-gun bills, HB 393, HB 407, and SB 101. Additionally, anti-gun HB 220 will also be heard. Please use the link below to contact the House Administration of Criminal Justice Committee members and urge them to support HB 393, HB 407, and SB 101, and oppose HB 220.
Pro-Gun:
HB 393, authored by Rep. Dennis Bamburg, clarifies the present law recognizing the rights of a bystander or spectator to carry a concealed handgun at a parade or demonstration.
HB 407, authored by Rep. Lauren Ventrella, allows non-residents to apply for and obtain a Louisiana Concealed Handgun Permit.
SB 101, authored by Sen. Blake Miguez, ensures constitutional carriers and out-of-state concealed carry permit holders who have reciprocity with Louisiana can carry firearms in more areas across the state by eliminating some gun-free zones.
Anti-Gun:
HB 220 creates the crime of improper storage of a firearm. It explicitly targets gun owners for negligent conduct that existing law suffices. This legislation merely seeks to treat guns and gun ownership differently than a host of other potentially dangerous conduct.
In addition, on Tuesday, May 6th, at 9:30 am, the House Civil Law and Procedure Committee has scheduled a hearing for pro-gun HB 289, which enhances and strengthens protection for the firearm and ammunition industry members within the state.
HB 289, authored by Rep. Dewith Carrier, is a pro-Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA) bill that further protects members of the firearm industry from being held responsible for the third-party misuse of products they manufacture or sell.
Stay tuned to the NRA-ILA website and your inbox for updates as the 2025 legislative session continues!
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