Some Florida Collegians Could Carry Guns Under Proposal
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TALLAHASSEE (CBSMiami/AP) — Florida lawmakers are considering a bill that would let people with concealed weapons permits be able to carry weapons onto college campuses and public universities.
The bill comes four months after a gunman shot three people at Florida State University before being killed by police.
The National Rifle Association and other supporters say permit holders shouldn't be forced to abandon their right to self-defense simply because they walk onto a campus.
Opponents include students, faculty and administrators of Florida's 12 universities. Opponents include all 12 public university presidents, the campus police chiefs and the system's Board of Governors.
House Speaker Steve Crisafulli has expressed reservations about the bill, but it appears to be moving successfully through the committees in the Legislature.
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