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Tennessee Governor To Allow Teachers To Carry Guns In Schools Despite Opposition
- Tennessee Governor intends to permit teachers to carry guns in schools
- Decision made despite opposition from some quarters
- Move follows passage of bill by state legislators
Eko hot blog reports that In a move that has stirred debate across Tennessee, Governor Bill Lee announced his intention to sign a bill that would permit school staff to carry concealed handguns on school premises.
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The decision comes amidst concerns over school safety and efforts to provide districts with more options to protect students.
Governor Lee emphasized the importance of empowering districts with tools to ensure the safety of children within their schools.
“What’s important to me is that we give districts tools and the option to use a tool that will keep their children safe in their schools,” Lee stated during a news conference.
The bill, which passed the Republican-controlled state House and Senate, requires staff members interested in carrying concealed handguns to undergo a minimum of 40 hours of specialized training in school policing annually.
Additionally, they must obtain written authorization from law enforcement.
However, the decision faced criticism, particularly from Democrats who question the efficacy of arming teachers.
To Allow Teachers carry guns to school
State Representative Bo Mitchell expressed his dissent on the House floor, referencing a previous school shooting in Nashville.
“This is our reaction to teachers and children being murdered in a school.
Our reaction is to throw more guns at it. What’s wrong with us?” Mitchell remarked.
Despite the controversy, Tennessee joins at least 26 other states that have enacted similar legislation allowing teachers or staff to possess guns on school grounds, albeit with certain exceptions.
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The move reflects ongoing efforts to address school safety concerns through diverse approaches.
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