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House passes campus-carry measure for holders of enhanced concealed-carry permits
Summary
Lawmakers approved Senate Bill 100 to allow enhanced concealed-carry permit holders to carry concealed firearms on public college campuses in specified areas; debate split on campus safety, suicide risk, and students' rights.
The House approved Senate Bill 100, a measure that allows individuals who hold an enhanced concealed-carry permit to carry a concealed handgun on public institution of higher education campuses in certain locations, subject to restrictions outlined in the statute.
Supporters said the law recognizes the rights of adults and provides a way for trained permit holders to defend themselves in emergencies. Representative Gosch, sponsoring the bill on the floor, described the measure as the product of collaboration between the state Board of Regents and other…
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