KY: Proposal would allow concealed weapons in public schools

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KY: Proposal would allow concealed weapons in public schools

The proposed law (House Bill -221) sponsored by Rep Tim Moore would allow concealed carry in public schools. Currently unlawful possession of a weapon on school property is a felony with a possible 5 year prison term.


http://www.wdrb.com/story/30984762/proposal-would-allow-concealed-weapons-in-public-schools


"Kentucky House representative Tim Moore (R-18) sponsors House Bill-221, a measure that would loosen restrictions on where concealed deadly weapons permit holders could carry."

Representative Tim Moore calls it an 'Anti-Terrorism Bill'.

"If passed, the law would allow anyone with a concealed carry permit to carry a weapon at a public school or on the campus of a public university. Moore calls it an “anti-terrorism” bill, not a gun bill."

The article goes on to say that the bill was introduced on January 11 and has to head to a 'judiciary committee' before going for a vote in the House.

Edit: Hopefully this is within the new guidelines to be posted here. It is about a proposed law that would allow carry in schools for self protection in KY. If this is the wrong section please move as you see fit.

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[Ryanxia]

Here's to keeping our fingers crossed. It still boggles my mind that we live in a society that forces its children into defenseless environments and then points fingers every which way when they get hurt.

"Armed guards for my money but not for my children", should be their slogan.

 

[fireman 9731]

This would be fantastic if it were to pass. Please call or email your representatives to let them know how you feel about it.
If you don't know who to call, click here: http://www.lrc.ky.gov/Find Your Legislator/Find Your Legislator.html

 

[F-111 John]

Through a quirk in Michigan law, you cannot lawfully carry concealed on school grounds, but if you have a concealed pistol licence, you can open carry on school grounds.

How much sense does that make?

 

[Warp]

Here's to keeping our fingers crossed. It still boggles my mind that we live in a society that forces its children into defenseless environments and then points fingers every which way when they get hurt.

"Armed guards for my money but not for my children", should be their slogan.

I know, right?

Good luck Kentucky. If you pass it and the usual for less restrictions doesn't happen, in 5-10 years more states will head in that direction