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In 2017, Texas passed a law allowing concealed carry of firearms on certain college campuses. The legislation, spearheaded by Sen. Brian Birdwell and signed by Gov. Abbott, aims to uphold Second Amendment rights while addressing safety concerns.
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Jason Govender Texas Campus Carry Goals Appease only a small percentage
of students and Texans Lower rape/assault stats Lower gun violence on campuses Self-Defense from violence Protection from mass shootings Constitutional Right If you have a Texas handgun license, you are eligible to carry your weapon on campus. Restrictions History of certain mental illness Certain high-misdemeanors People with felony charges Convicted felons You must pass a classroom
and gun range training course Must be 21+ (or
18 if member is
in military) Legal - 2017 Community Colleges and some Private Colleges A number of Private colleges already
allow Campus Carry Allowed in Campus Buildings, classrooms and dorms Colleges may set up own rules
for carry locations. Allowed Student Lounges
Common Areas
Cafeterias
Not Allowed Chemical Labs
Sporting events
Dorm rooms
Staff offices
No Open Carry Out of Sight Must be concealed and/or in holder Abbott (R) passed Bill Opposed by many Democrats
as well as University administrators
and faculty. Originally was not expected to pass Bill's author, Sen. Brian Birdwell (R-Granbury) Aboott stated he would sign any bill
that advances 2nd Amendment
rights in Texas Interest groups
& Supporters Students for Concealed Carry Texas State Rifle Assoc. 2nd Amendment activists CHL Holders NRA Open Carry activists Open Carry Texas Open Carry Tarrant County Politicians Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Gov. Abbott Mostly Republican
