Bogalusa Rep. Malina White
A tense exchange between two lawmakers ended in threats, tears, and the removal of a bill. On Wednesday Bogalusa Representative Malinda White and Shreveport Representative Alan Seabaugh had a heated exchange over her bill and White allegedly said to Seabaugh “let me get my gun and finish this or I’m going to get my gun and we can finish this.” White then pulled her bill.
“For the sake of the body, I am disappointed that we have to let down the victims of domestic violence, an issue I’m very passionate about,” said White.
House Bill 159 would provide a civil definition of domestic abuse. White who has previously shared that she’s a victim of domestic abuse herself was visibly emotional over the withdrawal of her bill.
“To the victims, I will be back next session with an improved bill, and we will pass it. Thank you to all the supporters and advocates who have supported House Bill 159,” said White.
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