“Guns on Campus” Bill Fails to Pass House Civil Justice Subcommittee
The House Civil Justice Subcommittee heard a multitude of firearms-related bills this week, including HB884.
Guns On Campus Bill Dropped by Senate Sponsor
Legislation to expand the presence of guns on college campuses was killed by its Senate sponsor on Wednesday after college officials spoke against the effort. The measure would have allowed part-time, permit-holding employees to carry their weapons concealed on campus, and was sponsored by Rep. Dennis Powers (R-Jacksboro) and Sen. Frank Niceley (R-Strawberry Plains). Read more … Continued
Bill Expanding Firearms On Campus Moves Forward
A measure expanding access to firearms on public college campuses passed the House Civil Justice Committee this week on a 6-3 party line vote. Sponsored by Rep. Dennis Powers (R-Jacksboro), House Bill 745 would permit part-time employees who have handgun carry permits to carry a concealed weapon on campus. The bill, which was originally narrowly … Continued
Senate Expands Guns-in-Trunks to College Campuses; House Vote Approaching
The Senate has passed legislation that forbids public colleges and universities from maintaining institutional policies that prohibit permit-holding students or employees from storing a firearm or ammunition in their parked vehicle while on campus property. The measure, sponsored by Senator Brian Kelsey (R-Germantown) and Representative Courtney Rogers (R-Goodlettsville), gained traction early in the legislative session … Continued
Summer Political Roundup
Haslam Hires COO Gov. Bill Haslam has announced that Greg Adams will join his senior team as the state’s chief operating officer. The COO position, created by Haslam, will replace retiring Deputy Governor Claude Ramsey. Adams’ role will be to work with state departments to ensure they’re operating efficiently and effectively. Ramsey retires on … Continued
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