Tennessee lawmakers pass bill allowing teachers to carry guns in schools - Reuters
Representative Justin Pearson criticized the bill on social media, arguing it fails to protect children and instead prioritizes gun rights.
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Tennessee lawmakers passed a bill allowing teachers and school staff to carry concealed handguns on campus after undergoing 40 hours of training. The measure passed despite vocal protests and follows intense state debate over gun control after the 2023 Nashville school shooting.
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