# Gun Laws, FOID Cards, and State Restrictions: What's Changing | The Center Square Daily

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Podcast: [The States](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-center-square-daily-6742680)
Published: 2026-06-03T20:18:24+00:00
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California primary election results, Louisiana's newly approved state budget, and gun policy debates from Congress to city halls across America on today's edition of The Center Square Daily. California voters narrowed the field in key congressional, statewide, and local races as the state’s top-two primary system once again shaped the November ballot. Republican and Democratic candidates advanced in several closely watched contests, including the governor’s race and congressional districts that could influence the balance of power in Washington. The results also highlighted ongoing debates over California’s unique election structure and voter priorities heading into the general election. Louisiana lawmakers wrapped up their legislative session by approving a roughly $47 billion state budget. While state leaders describe operating spending as largely flat, taxpayers will also be funding increased spending on construction projects, higher education, workforce development initiatives, judicial operations, and employee pay raises. Lawmakers say the investments are designed to support economic growth and workforce readiness, while questions remain about long-term spending trends and future taxpayer obligations. America's Talking: Guns - Congressional Republicans praise federal efforts to expand Second Amendment protections and review firearm regulations. - The Department of Justice highlights enforcement actions targeting illegal firearms trafficking, explosives, and violent offenders. - Illinois lawmakers advance legislation affecting FOID card reinstatement procedures, mental health evaluations, and firearm reporting requirements. - New York lawmakers consider restrictions on flare gun sales and proposals addressing parental liability. - Rhode Island advances legislation…

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