Dear Friend, 

Summer is almost here.  Most state lawmakers are out of session, but our state freedom caucuses are still hard at work.  All day, every day to defend your liberties.  Here's the latest:

LOUISIANA

If you’ve ever driven down the interstate in Louisiana, you’ve probably noticed a billboard for a trial lawyer every mile or so.

There’s a reason for that — Louisiana has one of the most lawsuit-happy legal climates in the country. It’s a system that’s been criticized for encouraging frivolous lawsuits and making trial lawyers rich at everyone else’s expense.

But the Louisiana Freedom Caucus is working to change that. And this week, they made a big move in the right direction.

Rep. Emily Chenevert, a proud LAFC member, sponsored a bill — backed by the entire LA Freedom Caucus — that cracks down on lawsuit abuse by stopping people who are mostly at fault from filing a lawsuit to seek damages. The legislation pushes for more personal responsibility and is expected to help bring down sky-high insurance rates for families across the state.

Both chambers passed the bill.  Now, it’s up to Governor Jeff Landry. Even though he’s a Republican, it’s not clear whether he’ll sign the bill or not. We’ll be watching — and we’ll keep you posted.

THE MATT GAETZ SHOW

How important are the state freedom caucuses at fighting the special interest lobbyists in the state capitols?

That's the question former Congressman Matt Gaetz posed to SC Freedom Caucus member, Rep. Stephen Frank, on his TV show last week.  Click on the image below to hear Stephen's answer.

MISSOURI

We have a big fight brewing in the Show Me State.  The "Republican" Governor Mike Kehoe just called for a June 2 special session to pass a bill doling out massive subsidies to the Kansas City Royals and the Kansas City Chiefs.

The governor wants taxpayers to hand out millions to the billionaire owners of these two professional sports teams so that they don't move...get this...10 miles to the west across the state border into Kansas.

The Missouri Freedom Caucus put out a statement laying down their position.  If it's a standalone bill, they will vote NO and use all procedural tools (like the filibuster) at their disposal to stop it.  Or they can be compelled to support it if leadership includes huge, GOP priorities like broad-based tax reform.  Read their release here:

Summer is a critical season in our fight to defend liberty, uphold the Constitution, and preserve the conservative values that make our nation strong.

The battles ahead require resources—and your generosity ensures we can continue to speak boldly, equip citizens, and stand firm against the growing threats to our freedoms.

Will you help us protect liberty this summer?

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We'll be back with another update next week.  Until then, please be sure to support our efforts so that we can support our State Freedom Caucuses!

In Liberty,

Andy Roth

President

State Freedom Caucus Network