Concealed guns would be allowed in schools, on college campuses, and in government meetings under a bill that will be considered by the Wyoming House of Representatives.
The bill would repeal gun free zones and was approved by the House Judiciary Committee on an 8-1 vote. Gun supporters say the legislation could keep schools safe, but education organizations and State Superintendent Jillian Balow oppose the measure. Chris Boswell of the University of Wyoming says the bill is problematic.
“I think there’s a concern with enhanced presence of weapons on campus. Whether that be in the dorms, at athletic events, or just generally on campus.”
Boswell says U.W. already has a campus police force designed to protect the campus. While the bill has gained House support in the past, it has always died in the State Senate.