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Law Goes Into Effect Allowing Teachers To Carry Guns in Classrooms in Ohio
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Sep 18, 2022 02:40:54   #
Ginny_Dandy Loc: Pacific Northwest
 
https://www.newsready.com/law-goes-into-effect-allowing-teachers-to-carry-guns-in-classrooms-in-ohio/?utm_source=elg26&utm_placement=NRnewsletter&utm_medium=email

Since 1999, Americans have witnessed notifications of dozens of school shootings flash across their screens. In many cases, people can rattle off the names and death tolls of some of the worst ones: Virginia Tech, 32 dead; Sandy Hook Elementary, 26 dead (plus the gunman’s mother); Columbine High School, 13 dead; Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High, 17 dead, and; Robb Elementary, 21 dead. That prompted politicians in Ohio to make a major change.

Less Training, More Guns

The debate over how to best address the problem has raged for years. Some lawmakers believe schools are a target because they’re traditionally gun-free zones. However, beginning on September 12, teachers in Ohio will be allowed to carry firearms into classrooms with just 24 hours of training. The change is the result of House Bill 99 going into effect, which slashed the required number of training hours from 700.

The previous training threshold was in line with what police recruits are required to undergo before they can join the force. Conservative lawmakers argued the requirement was too cumbersome and made it nearly impossible for an educator to complete it, meaning there were fewer firearms in classrooms.

NPR reported state Senator Frank Hoagland (R) called the legislation a “common-sense, proactive step in securing” schools from shooters. Governor Mike DeWine (R) spoke to a local television station and said school districts aren’t required to implement the change if they don’t want it.

Opponents

The list of people and organizations who opposed reducing the number of training teachers are required to undergo is long. For a year and a half, the state debated the legislation. Around 20 people spoke out in favor of it, while 360 opposed it.

The opposition didn’t just include anti-Second Amendment activists. The Fraternal Order of Police of Ohio (FOP) did not believe lawmakers should implement the legislation. FOP Director of Government Affairs Mike Weinman testified that reducing training requirements could result in teachers who are inadequately trained. He explained teachers would have to “abandon” their students to run off and work as first responders. I believe that statement is false. Teacher would not be required to work as first responders.

The Ohio Federation of Teachers, Moms Demand Action, Ohio Education Association, Cincinnati Educational Justice Coalition, and others opposed the legislation.

What do you think?

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Sep 18, 2022 03:39:54   #
AuntiE Loc: 45th Least Free State
 
Ginny_Dandy wrote:
https://www.newsready.com/law-goes-into-effect-allowing-teachers-to-carry-guns-in-classrooms-in-ohio/?utm_source=elg26&utm_placement=NRnewsletter&utm_medium=email

Since 1999, Americans have witnessed notifications of dozens of school shootings flash across their screens. In many cases, people can rattle off the names and death tolls of some of the worst ones: Virginia Tech, 32 dead; Sandy Hook Elementary, 26 dead (plus the gunman’s mother); Columbine High School, 13 dead; Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High, 17 dead, and; Robb Elementary, 21 dead. That prompted politicians in Ohio to make a major change.

Less Training, More Guns

The debate over how to best address the problem has raged for years. Some lawmakers believe schools are a target because they’re traditionally gun-free zones. However, beginning on September 12, teachers in Ohio will be allowed to carry firearms into classrooms with just 24 hours of training. The change is the result of House Bill 99 going into effect, which slashed the required number of training hours from 700.

The previous training threshold was in line with what police recruits are required to undergo before they can join the force. Conservative lawmakers argued the requirement was too cumbersome and made it nearly impossible for an educator to complete it, meaning there were fewer firearms in classrooms.

NPR reported state Senator Frank Hoagland (R) called the legislation a “common-sense, proactive step in securing” schools from shooters. Governor Mike DeWine (R) spoke to a local television station and said school districts aren’t required to implement the change if they don’t want it.

Opponents

The list of people and organizations who opposed reducing the number of training teachers are required to undergo is long. For a year and a half, the state debated the legislation. Around 20 people spoke out in favor of it, while 360 opposed it.

The opposition didn’t just include anti-Second Amendment activists. The Fraternal Order of Police of Ohio (FOP) did not believe lawmakers should implement the legislation. FOP Director of Government Affairs Mike Weinman testified that reducing training requirements could result in teachers who are inadequately trained. He explained teachers would have to “abandon” their students to run off and work as first responders. I believe that statement is false. Teacher would not be required to work as first responders.

The Ohio Federation of Teachers, Moms Demand Action, Ohio Education Association, Cincinnati Educational Justice Coalition, and others opposed the legislation.

What do you think?
https://www.newsready.com/law-goes-into-effect-all... (show quote)


I think it is an excellent idea.

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Sep 18, 2022 04:43:08   #
Gatsby
 
Ginny_Dandy wrote:
https://www.newsready.com/law-goes-into-effect-allowing-teachers-to-carry-guns-in-classrooms-in-ohio/?utm_source=elg26&utm_placement=NRnewsletter&utm_medium=email

Since 1999, Americans have witnessed notifications of dozens of school shootings flash across their screens. In many cases, people can rattle off the names and death tolls of some of the worst ones: Virginia Tech, 32 dead; Sandy Hook Elementary, 26 dead (plus the gunman’s mother); Columbine High School, 13 dead; Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High, 17 dead, and; Robb Elementary, 21 dead. That prompted politicians in Ohio to make a major change.

Less Training, More Guns

The debate over how to best address the problem has raged for years. Some lawmakers believe schools are a target because they’re traditionally gun-free zones. However, beginning on September 12, teachers in Ohio will be allowed to carry firearms into classrooms with just 24 hours of training. The change is the result of House Bill 99 going into effect, which slashed the required number of training hours from 700.

The previous training threshold was in line with what police recruits are required to undergo before they can join the force. Conservative lawmakers argued the requirement was too cumbersome and made it nearly impossible for an educator to complete it, meaning there were fewer firearms in classrooms.

NPR reported state Senator Frank Hoagland (R) called the legislation a “common-sense, proactive step in securing” schools from shooters. Governor Mike DeWine (R) spoke to a local television station and said school districts aren’t required to implement the change if they don’t want it.

Opponents

The list of people and organizations who opposed reducing the number of training teachers are required to undergo is long. For a year and a half, the state debated the legislation. Around 20 people spoke out in favor of it, while 360 opposed it.

The opposition didn’t just include anti-Second Amendment activists. The Fraternal Order of Police of Ohio (FOP) did not believe lawmakers should implement the legislation. FOP Director of Government Affairs Mike Weinman testified that reducing training requirements could result in teachers who are inadequately trained. He explained teachers would have to “abandon” their students to run off and work as first responders. I believe that statement is false. Teacher would not be required to work as first responders.

The Ohio Federation of Teachers, Moms Demand Action, Ohio Education Association, Cincinnati Educational Justice Coalition, and others opposed the legislation.

What do you think?
https://www.newsready.com/law-goes-into-effect-all... (show quote)

It's working Great here, no school shootings and no accidents, proving the "experts" Wrong Again!

On July 1, 2013 South Dakota’s “School Sentinel” law became effective, making the state one of the first in the nation to allow teachers and other school officials to carry a sidearm in the classroom.

The anti-gun crowd has a lot of our Children's Blood on Their Hands on this one!

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Sep 18, 2022 13:00:56   #
Ginny_Dandy Loc: Pacific Northwest
 
AuntiE wrote:
I think it is an excellent idea.


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I never liked schools being advertised as "gun-free" zones.

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Sep 18, 2022 13:02:12   #
Ginny_Dandy Loc: Pacific Northwest
 
Gatsby wrote:
It's working Great here, no school shootings and no accidents, proving the "experts" Wrong Again!

On July 1, 2013 South Dakota’s “School Sentinel” law became effective, making the state one of the first in the nation to allow teachers and other school officials to carry a sidearm in the classroom.

The anti-gun crowd has a lot of our Children's Blood on Their Hands on this one!
It's working Great here, no school shootings and n... (show quote)


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I hope it catches on in more states!

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Sep 19, 2022 14:51:14   #
MidnightRider
 
Ginny_Dandy wrote:
https://www.newsready.com/law-goes-into-effect-allowing-teachers-to-carry-guns-in-classrooms-in-ohio/?utm_source=elg26&utm_placement=NRnewsletter&utm_medium=email

Since 1999, Americans have witnessed notifications of dozens of school shootings flash across their screens. In many cases, people can rattle off the names and death tolls of some of the worst ones: Virginia Tech, 32 dead; Sandy Hook Elementary, 26 dead (plus the gunman’s mother); Columbine High School, 13 dead; Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High, 17 dead, and; Robb Elementary, 21 dead. That prompted politicians in Ohio to make a major change.

Less Training, More Guns

The debate over how to best address the problem has raged for years. Some lawmakers believe schools are a target because they’re traditionally gun-free zones. However, beginning on September 12, teachers in Ohio will be allowed to carry firearms into classrooms with just 24 hours of training. The change is the result of House Bill 99 going into effect, which slashed the required number of training hours from 700.

The previous training threshold was in line with what police recruits are required to undergo before they can join the force. Conservative lawmakers argued the requirement was too cumbersome and made it nearly impossible for an educator to complete it, meaning there were fewer firearms in classrooms.

NPR reported state Senator Frank Hoagland (R) called the legislation a “common-sense, proactive step in securing” schools from shooters. Governor Mike DeWine (R) spoke to a local television station and said school districts aren’t required to implement the change if they don’t want it.

Opponents

The list of people and organizations who opposed reducing the number of training teachers are required to undergo is long. For a year and a half, the state debated the legislation. Around 20 people spoke out in favor of it, while 360 opposed it.

The opposition didn’t just include anti-Second Amendment activists. The Fraternal Order of Police of Ohio (FOP) did not believe lawmakers should implement the legislation. FOP Director of Government Affairs Mike Weinman testified that reducing training requirements could result in teachers who are inadequately trained. He explained teachers would have to “abandon” their students to run off and work as first responders. I believe that statement is false. Teacher would not be required to work as first responders.

The Ohio Federation of Teachers, Moms Demand Action, Ohio Education Association, Cincinnati Educational Justice Coalition, and others opposed the legislation.

What do you think?
https://www.newsready.com/law-goes-into-effect-all... (show quote)


Great idea. I used to bring my guns to school when I was just attending and nobody was shot. I wouldn't expect too much from the teachers, but the sight of a gun is a pretty good deterrent.

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Sep 19, 2022 15:23:46   #
Ginny_Dandy Loc: Pacific Northwest
 
MidnightRider wrote:
Great idea. I used to bring my guns to school when I was just attending and nobody was shot. I wouldn't expect too much from the teachers, but the sight of a gun is a pretty good deterrent.


When criminals know there are guns present, it's usually a deterrent for them.

I just read where a guy k**led a 820+ lb. boar with a .38. Took 3 shots to bring the critter down. That was in Alabama.

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Sep 19, 2022 18:08:40   #
teabag09
 
Gatsby wrote:
It's working Great here, no school shootings and no accidents, proving the "experts" Wrong Again!

On July 1, 2013 South Dakota’s “School Sentinel” law became effective, making the state one of the first in the nation to allow teachers and other school officials to carry a sidearm in the classroom.

The anti-gun crowd has a lot of our Children's Blood on Their Hands on this one!
It's working Great here, no school shootings and n... (show quote)


As do the Teacher's Union! Mike

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Sep 19, 2022 18:10:39   #
Bevvy
 
Ginny_Dandy wrote:
https://www.newsready.com/law-goes-into-effect-allowing-teachers-to-carry-guns-in-classrooms-in-ohio/?utm_source=elg26&utm_placement=NRnewsletter&utm_medium=email

Since 1999, Americans have witnessed notifications of dozens of school shootings flash across their screens. In many cases, people can rattle off the names and death tolls of some of the worst ones: Virginia Tech, 32 dead; Sandy Hook Elementary, 26 dead (plus the gunman’s mother); Columbine High School, 13 dead; Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High, 17 dead, and; Robb Elementary, 21 dead. That prompted politicians in Ohio to make a major change.

Less Training, More Guns

The debate over how to best address the problem has raged for years. Some lawmakers believe schools are a target because they’re traditionally gun-free zones. However, beginning on September 12, teachers in Ohio will be allowed to carry firearms into classrooms with just 24 hours of training. The change is the result of House Bill 99 going into effect, which slashed the required number of training hours from 700.

The previous training threshold was in line with what police recruits are required to undergo before they can join the force. Conservative lawmakers argued the requirement was too cumbersome and made it nearly impossible for an educator to complete it, meaning there were fewer firearms in classrooms.

NPR reported state Senator Frank Hoagland (R) called the legislation a “common-sense, proactive step in securing” schools from shooters. Governor Mike DeWine (R) spoke to a local television station and said school districts aren’t required to implement the change if they don’t want it.

Opponents

The list of people and organizations who opposed reducing the number of training teachers are required to undergo is long. For a year and a half, the state debated the legislation. Around 20 people spoke out in favor of it, while 360 opposed it.

The opposition didn’t just include anti-Second Amendment activists. The Fraternal Order of Police of Ohio (FOP) did not believe lawmakers should implement the legislation. FOP Director of Government Affairs Mike Weinman testified that reducing training requirements could result in teachers who are inadequately trained. He explained teachers would have to “abandon” their students to run off and work as first responders. I believe that statement is false. Teacher would not be required to work as first responders.

The Ohio Federation of Teachers, Moms Demand Action, Ohio Education Association, Cincinnati Educational Justice Coalition, and others opposed the legislation.

What do you think?
https://www.newsready.com/law-goes-into-effect-all... (show quote)


I think it is great as long as the teachers are first vetted and trained

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Sep 19, 2022 19:17:06   #
Ginny_Dandy Loc: Pacific Northwest
 
teabag09 wrote:
As do the Teacher's Union! Mike


Unions exist to support Demon-crats!

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Sep 19, 2022 19:18:43   #
Ginny_Dandy Loc: Pacific Northwest
 
Bevvy wrote:
I think it is great as long as the teachers are first vetted and trained


I think it has to be a voluntary program. Some teachers will not want to handle a gun. They'll leave it up to others to protect them.

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Sep 19, 2022 19:54:03   #
AuntiE Loc: 45th Least Free State
 
Ginny_Dandy wrote:
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I never liked schools being advertised as "gun-free" zones.


If a teacher is unwilling to carry a gun, would they be willing to have a taser available in their classroom? For thé anti 2A teacher, it would give them an alternative for the safety of students.

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Sep 19, 2022 20:53:25   #
Ginny_Dandy Loc: Pacific Northwest
 
AuntiE wrote:
If a teacher is unwilling to carry a gun, would they be willing to have a taser available in their classroom? For thé anti 2A teacher, it would give them an alternative for the safety of students.


I would hope so - even though it would require some training, too. It would be for their own safety as well as the students.

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Sep 20, 2022 00:31:52   #
elledee
 
And all the other states keep telling the bad guys they are unarmed

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Sep 20, 2022 00:45:11   #
AuntiE Loc: 45th Least Free State
 
Ginny_Dandy wrote:
Unions exist to support Demon-crats!


Teachers’ unions exist to make sure inadequate teachers never lose their jobs.

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