Wednesday, December 1, 2010

First University in Texas to endorse concealed carry on campus

I have some mixed reactions to this.

On the one hand I applaud the decision which will eventually allow students to protect themselves.

On the other hand I am concerned about things getting out of hand.


Texas State students back gun measure
Express-News -

Texas State University’s student government has become the first in Texas to endorse carrying concealed handguns on campus.

The group voted 24-10 on Monday to pass a resolution backing a proposed bill that would allow anyone to carry a concealed handgun around campus if they are 21 or older, have a concealed carry license, and have undergone training and background checks.

Previous concealed carry bills have had little success in the Legislature. Newly elected state Rep. David Simpson, R-Longview, has filed a new bill this session.

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