Signed as Law: Louisiana Decriminalizes Marijuana Possession Despite Federal Prohibition
BATON ROUGE, La. (June 23, 2021) – Last week, Louisiana Gov. John Bell Edwards signed a bill into law decriminalizing possession of small amounts of marijuana despite ongoing federal cannabis prohibition. Rep. Cedric Glover (D) introduced House Bill 652 (HB652)...
To the Governor: Louisiana Bill Would Significantly Expand Medical Marijuana Program Despite Federal Prohibition
BATON ROUGE, La. (June 7, 2021) – Last Wednesday, the Louisiana House gave final approval to a bill that would significantly expand the state’s medical marijuana program despite federal prohibition. Rep. Tanner Magee (R-Houma) introduced House Bill 391...
To the Governor: Louisiana Passes “Constitutional Carry” Bill
BATON ROUGE, La. (June 2, 2021) – Yesterday, the Louisiana Senate gave final approval to a “Constitutional Carry” bill that would make it legal for Louisianans to carry a concealed firearm without a license, and foster an environment hostile to federal gun control....