Rep. Charlie Collins of Fayetteville ran into some hostile questions in committee today on his bill to allow faculty and staff of colleges to carry concealed handguns. After lengthy debate that included strong opposition from college officials, the bill failed to get a favorable recommendation. Needing 11 votes, it got 8.
Among the critical questioners was the gun loving weapons instructor Rep. Randy Stewart, who didn’t think the bill went far enough. He wants others with concealed carry permits to be able to pack on campus, too.
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Collins said the bill would “protect children and grandchildren” from “crazies and nutjobs and killers.”