Committee approves amended bill to let churches remove disruptive protesters and grants limited civil immunity HB 294 would let churches and other places of worship remove disruptive individuals, permit reasonable force in narrowly defined circumstances, and provide limited civil immunity to persons lawfully on premises; committee adopted clarifying amendments and approved the measure on a roll call (yeas 10, nays 2) after heated debate over First Amendment scope and outdoor spaces.

A new bill in Louisiana aims to empower churches to remove disruptive individuals while sparking a heated debate over the balance between safety and First Amendment rights.

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Louisiana House commends Dr. Brady L. Blade for 64 years at Zion Missionary Baptist Church House honors Dr. Blade for historic leadership and service at Zion Missionary Baptist Church.

Dr. Brady L. Blade's remarkable 64-year journey of leadership at Zion Missionary Baptist Church has earned him a heartfelt commendation from the Louisiana House.

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Louisiana House commends First Baptist Church Bernice on 125th anniversary House of Representatives honors First Baptist Church Bernice's 125 years of service.

The Louisiana House of Representatives has officially recognized the 125-year legacy of First Baptist Church Bernice, sparking vital discussions about the role of faith in our communities.

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