House Bill No. [insert bill number] aims to strengthen the rights of law-abiding citizens regarding the possession and carrying of firearms in Louisiana. The bill enacts a new section, R.S. 14:95.11, which explicitly prohibits the confiscation, seizure, taking, or transfer of firearms from law-abiding citizens without due process of law. Additionally, it bars governmental entities from accepting federal funding or grants for any actions that would enforce such confiscation without due process.
The proposed legislation also establishes penalties for violations, which may include fines of up to $10,000 and imprisonment for up to two years. Furthermore, the bill provides definitions for key terms such as "due process," "firearm," and "law-abiding citizen," ensuring clarity in the application of the law. Overall, the bill seeks to protect the rights of individuals to keep and bear arms while outlining the necessary legal framework for due process in any related actions.