Louisiana
Why Did Louisiana Residents Get a Text from Ted Nugent?
Baton Rouge, LA (KPEL News) – Singer-songwriter-turned-gun-rights-advocate Ted Nugent is drumming up support for Louisiana’s proposed bill that would allow people to carry a concealed weapon without a permit. He sent out a text message with the video you can see later in this article with the following text message:
Ted Nugent here with Hunter Nation!
A special legislative session starts today and Governor Landry and Senator Blake Miguez need your help to make LA a Constitutional Carry state!
Contact Senator Bob Hensgens and Rep. Chance Henry and tell them to SUPPORT Senate Bill 01 and House Bill 12!
Senator Bob Hensgens
📞Call: (337) 740-6425
✉️sen26@legis.la.gov
Rep. Chance Henry
📞Call: (337) 384-8999
✉️hse042@legis.la.gov
CAN I COUNT YOU IN TO HELP PASS CONSTITUTIONAL CARRY?
Constitutional carry, according to the United States Concealed Carry Association, means:
that the state’s law does not prohibit citizens who can legally possess a firearm from carrying handguns, (openly and/or in a concealed manner) thus no state permit is required. Sometimes, constitutional carry may be conditional such as in those states that have no laws prohibiting the open carry of a handgun but which require a permit to carry the handgun concealed.
Currently, 27 states in the nation allow an eligible person to carry a concealed weapon without a permit:
Louisiana Senate Bill 1 and House Bill 12 introduced to the legislature, if passed, would eliminate the need in Louisiana for a permit to carry a handgun, concealed or not.
The basic stipulations of both bills do require:
- that a person be 18 or older.
- that a person is legally allowed, under state and federal law, to own a firearm. (i.e., not a felon or someone who has been convicted of domestic abuse)
- that a person is carrying in a place where it is legal. (i.e., school zones, clearly marked no firearm areas)
A constitutional carry bill previously passed both the Louisiana House and Senate, but former Governor John Bel Edwards vetoed it when it got to his desk.
Governor Jeff Landry, during his tenure at Louisiana Attorney General, told Breitbart in September of 2023 that he supported constitutional carry, and that it would be approved when he was elected governor.
At least one of the constitutional carry bills is expected to pass both chambers prior to the Legislature adjourning on March 6.
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When it comes to retiring, the best places to do so often are affordable, have a high quality of life and access to quality healthcare.
If you’re looking for a place to retire, Niche has identified the best places for retirees in Louisiana.
In its list, Niche has taken into account factors like weather, crime rates, housing costs and access to amenities.
The 5 best places to retire in Louisiana according to Niche
These are the top five best places to retire in Louisiana, according to Niche.
1. Oak Hills Place
Oak Hills Place is a suburb of Baton Rouge and is the overall best place to retire in Louisiana. This suburb, located in East Baton Rouge Parish, has a population of 9,038 and offers residents an urban suburban mix feel. The area is highly rated for families, diversity, as well as health and fitness. Here, the median home value is $437,900 and the median rent is $1,422, according to Niche.
2. Westminster
Westminster is another suburb of Baton Rouge and is the second-best place to retire in Louisiana. Located in East Baton Rouge Parish, this suburb has a population of 2,559 and offers residents an urban suburban mix feel. This area is highly rated for nightlife, diversity, families, health and fitness, as well as commute. The median home value here is $266,100 and the median rent is $1,482, says Niche.
3. River Ridge
River Ridge is a suburb of New Orleans, located in Jefferson Parish, and is the third-best place to retire in Louisiana. This suburb has a population of 13,312 and offers residents a dense suburban feel. The area is highly rated for public schools, family, nightlife and diversity. The median home value is $357,400 and the median rent is $1,127, according to Niche.
4. Westlake
Westlake is a town in Calcasieu Parish that is among the best places to retire in Louisiana. With a population of 4,743, this town offers residents a rural feel. The town is highly rated for public schools, housing, families, jobs, cost of living, nightlife and weather. Here, the median home value is $166,100 and the median rent is $1,049, says Niche.
5. Prien
Prien is another town in Calcasieu Parish that is among the best places to retire in Louisiana. This town has a population of 7,119 and offers residents a suburban rural mix feel. The town is highly rated for public schools, housing, families, nightlife and weather. The median home value here is $278,000 and the median rent is $1,292, according to Niche.
Presley Bo Tyler is the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team reporter for USA Today Network. Find her on X @PresleyTyler02 and email at PTyler@Gannett.com
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