A Senate-approved measure is heading to the House that expands the number of diseases that could be treated with medical marijuana once it becomes available in Louisiana. Dr. Will Hall with the Louisiana Baptist Office of Public Policy raised concerns about putting medical marijuana in the hands of more and more people…
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Supporters say medical marijuana can help hundreds of people who suffer from various disorders.

A measure that prohibits the sale or donation of fetal tissue is moving closer to final legislative passage. It was approved by a House committee today. The measure is by Bossier City Senator Ryan Gatti…
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The bill is the result of videos which purportedly showed Planned Parenthood representatives talking about the sale of aborted fetal parts.

A House committee approves legislation that would give domestic violence victims a chance to get an expedited or temporary permit to carry a gun. Wade Duty with the Louisiana Shooting Association says it’s very hard to get into a class and a woman could be killed waiting to take a training course…
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The measure now heads to the full House.

The House has approved a measure that would require students to take a wellness exam before they enter kindergarten or the sixth grade. The vote was 59-37 in favor. Houma Representative Beryl Amedee opposed the legislation. She says the health exam is unnecessary and could be costly, especially if the child has government health care….
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But supporters say the measure could improve children’s health.