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Bill would allow more officials to carry guns inside the state Capitol

Greater Baton Rouge Business Report

Mar 24, 2026

A Louisiana lawmaker is pushing to expand who can carry concealed firearms inside the state Capitol, potentially extending the privilege beyond legislators and the attorney general…

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