Gov. Edwards vetoes bill critics say enables predatory lending 

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Gov. John Bel Edwards has vetoed legislation that supporters said would open up loan opportunities for people who need credit—but that opponents said enabled predatory lending. The bill by Sen. Rick Ward, R-Port Allen, would have allowed so-called payday lenders to offer installment loans worth up to $1,500, with fees and interest totaling 100% of

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