Louisiana legislature considers 'birther' bill

New 'birther' bill emerges in LouisianaSTORY HIGHLIGHTSPresident Barack Obama has fought allegations that he wasn't born in the United SatesThe "birther" debate has questioned his qualifications under the ConstitutionThe Constitution stipulates only a "natural born citizen" can be presidentNow, legislation is being considered in Louisiana (CNN) -- It's not specifically called a "birther" bill and it doesn't mention President Barack Obama by name, but proposed state legislation in Louisiana appears to be the latest attempt to keep alive arguments over whether Obama can prove he was born in the United States.

The proposed Louisiana legislation would require an affidavit to accompany documents, including a birth certificate and a sworn statement that identifies the candidate's place of residence for the preceding 14 years, for someone to qualify for the presidential ballot. Similar requirements are set for other offices including Congress.

Bill co-sponsor state Sen. A.G. Crowe told CNN's "AC360" Thursday night that his constituents wanted the legislation, although he said he had no comment on whether Obama was born in the United States.

"The issue won't go away," said Crowe, a Republican.

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