In an unprecedented move in Louisiana’s modern political history, state legislators will hold a veto override session.
With overwhelming support from Republicans, lawmakers made the announcement Friday. They will return to Baton Rouge for the veto override session set for July 20.
“The majority of Senators have heard from their constituents who have asked them to take votes on the veto override,” said Senate President Page Cortez. “It has become clear that the majority of Senators felt compelled to return for the veto session based on constituent feedback.”
The session will focus on overturning Governor John Bel Edwards’ veto of two particular bills. One bill bans transgender student-athletes from playing sports in state public schools the other bill allows gun owners to conceal carry without requiring a permit.
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When the Governor issues vetoes, the state constitution requires that a veto session be called on the 40th day following the adjournment of the most recent session, unless declared unnecessary by a majority of elected members of either house.
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“In accordance with the Louisiana Constitution and the will of the majority of its members, the Legislature will return to Baton Rouge to consider overriding vetoes made by Governor Edward’s this session,” said Speaker of the House Clay Schexnayder. “This is democracy in action.”
The veto session cannot exceed more than five days according to the state constitution. A complete list of bills signed and or vetoed by Governor Edwards can be found here.