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Tennessee Allows Teachers Concealed Carry
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Tennessee lawmakers approved a bill permitting teachers to carry concealed handguns in schools for enhanced security, not mandating parent or teacher awareness of armed staff. The bill, backed by Republicans but opposed by Democrats, mandates training and permits for teachers, with schools having the option to allow or disallow gun-carrying staff.
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