Louisiana’s Democrat Gov. John Bel Edwards Vetoes Constitutional Carry
Louisiana’s Democrat Gov. John Bel Edwards vetoed constitutional carry legislation on Friday.
The Daily Advertiser noted that Edwards vetoed the legislation, Senate Bill 118, claiming current state law requiring law-abiding citizens to get a permit “strikes the right balance.”
State Sen. Jay Morris (R) sponsored the legislation. He responded to Edwards’ veto by saying, “I certainly can’t say it’s a surprise; the governor has been clear all along. But I’m still disappointed. This bill is for law-abiding and freedom-loving citizens.”
Morris expressed hope that legislators will work to overcome Edwards’ opposition and secure constitutional carry anyway.
