OK Republicans Push to Streamline Arming Teachers for Classroom Defense
Oklahoma State Sen. David Bullard (R-Durant) and State Rep. Sean Roberts (R-Hominy) are pushing legislation to streamline arming teachers for classroom defense.
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WATCH: Coach Disarms, Hugs Student Who Brought Shotgun to School
Surveillance video from Portland, Oregon’s Parkrose High School shows coach Keanon Lowe disarm a student who brought a shotgun to school.
Florida Teachers Now Allowed to be Armed for Classroom Defense
Some teachers in the state of Florida are allowed to carry concealed handguns throughout their day beginning October 1, 2019.
Texas Firearm Laws Change to Benefit Self-Defense Gun Use
Firearm laws in Texas changed September 1, 2019, to benefit law-abiding citizens using guns for self-defense.
Florida House Passes Legislation to Arm Teachers, Sends Bill to Governor’s Desk
The Florida House voted Tuesday in support of legislation allowing districts to arm teachers, thereby sending the bill to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ (R) desk.
North Carolina GOP Pushing Higher Pay for Armed Teachers
North Carolina Sens. Jerry Tillman (R), Ralph Hise (R), and Warren Daniel (R), are pushing legislation to implement salary increases for teachers who undergo the training necessary to be armed on campus.
Sen. Chris Murphy Fights Against Classroom Defense Funding for Armed Teachers
Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) is fighting to ensure federal money cannot be used to arm teachers for self-defense or train armed teachers for classroom defense.
