The bill enacts two new sections, R.S. 38:2216.1 and R.S. 39:1602.2, which prohibit public entities from entering into contracts with companies that discriminate against firearm and ammunition industries. The legislation defines key terms such as "company," "firearm," "ammunition," and "firearm entity," and outlines specific discriminatory practices that are prohibited. These practices include refusing to engage in trade, refraining from continuing business relationships, or terminating existing relationships based solely on a company's status as a firearm entity or trade association. However, companies are not considered discriminatory if their actions are in compliance with laws or based on traditional business reasons.
Additionally, the bill mandates that contracts valued at $100,000 or more, primarily funded by public money and entered into after August 1, 2024, must include written verification from the company affirming that it does not discriminate against firearm entities. The attorney general is granted the authority to enforce these provisions and can recover legal costs if successful in legal actions. Exceptions to the contract requirements are provided for sole-source providers and situations where no bids are received from compliant companies.