Tennessee teachers would be allowed to carry concealed handguns at K-12 schools under a bill just passed by the state Senate ktvz.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from ktvz.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
The measure puts the nationwide debate over arming educators back in the spotlight as mass shootings continue not only in American schools but at parades, festivals, places of worship and more.
Tensions mounted in the Tennessee Senate on Tuesday, as troopers removed people from the gallery and lawmakers voted to allow teachers to carry handguns in schools.
Maryam Abolfazli has officially launched her campaign for Tennessee s 5th Congressional District seat, which is currently held by Republican Rep. Andy Ogles.