TX:Guns On Campus Bill Hits Senate Floor

A bill allowing concealed handguns on Texas college campuses won another round of approval in the state Senate.The Senate Criminal Justice committee approved the bill Thursday on a 4-2 vote. The next step is a vote by the full Senate, price which approved a similar bill in 2009.The bill prevents universities from banning concealed handgun license holders from carrying their weapons into college buildings and classrooms.A similar bill is awaiting a vote in the House, where it is expected to pass. Gov. Rick Perry has said he supports the measure.Opponents say allowing guns will add a volatile and dangerous element to college campuses and several higher education officials have opposed the bill.Supporters call it a gun rights issue and a critical self-defense measure.-[source]