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NRA sues Los Angeles over law requiring disclosure of ties to gun rights groups reut.rs/2IEaa8e
At issue was an ordinance that took effect on April 1, requiring companies that want city contracts to disclose NRA contracts or sponsorships.
The NRA said the law is unconstitutional because it violates its First Amendment right to free speech and association, and its 14th Amendment right to equal protection. It sued in Los Angeles federal court.
Mayor Eric Garcetti, also named as a defendant, signed the contracting law on Feb. 18 following passage by the Los Angeles City Council.
That body said providing public funds to NRA-linked contractors undermines efforts to promote gun safety in Los Angeles, which has about 4 million people.
Spokesmen for Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer said his office will vigorously defend the ordinance.
Spokesmen for Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer said his office will vigorously defend the ordinance.
Yeah, don’t let the Constitution get in your way, dammit.
@MayorOfLA said: “I support this policy, I’m confident in it, and we’re not going to be bullied by the NRA.”
@MayorOfLA said: “I support this policy, I’m confident in it, and we’re not going to be bullied by the NRA.”
