DIGEST
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or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
HB 693 Engrossed 2016 Regular Session Jimmy Harris
Abstract: Adds parks, playgrounds, and recreational facilities to the prohibition of carrying
firearms on school property.
Present law provides that carrying a firearm or dangerous weapon by a student or nonstudent on
school property, at a school sponsored function, or in a firearm-free zone is unlawful.
Proposed law retains present law and expands the crime to include property used as a public park,
playground, or recreational facility.
Proposed law defines "public park, playground, or recreational facility" as any building or area
owned by the state or by a political subdivision that is open to the public and used or operated as a
park, playground, or recreational facility. It does not include parks and recreational areas
administered by the office of state parks in the Dept. of Culture, Recreation and Tourism or wildlife
management areas administered by the Dept. of Wildlife and Fisheries.
Present law contains exceptions for certain persons and certain constitutionally protected activity.
Proposed law retains present law and adds an exception for concealed handgun permit holders to the
proposed law regarding carrying of firearms or other dangerous weapons on property used as public
parks, playgrounds, or recreational facilities.
(Amends R.S. 14:95.2(A), (B)(3) and (4), and (D); Adds R.S. 14:95.2(B)(5) and (C)(9) and (10))
Summary of Amendments Adopted by House
The Committee Amendments Proposed by House Committee on Administration of Criminal
Justice to the original bill:
1. Adds an exception for concealed handgun permit holders.
2. Adds an exception for certified living historians.
3. Defines the definition of "public park, playground, or recreational facility" to exclude
state parks and wildlife management areas.