'Campus carry' passes Senate - Statesboro Herald

By allowing ads to appear on this site, you support the local businesses who, in turn, support great journalism.

'Campus carry' passes Senate

Bill now awaits expected signing by governor

Senate committee members vote against an amendment to a measure that would permit those with concealed carry weapons licenses to bring their guns onto public college campuses Monday. The bill passed the Senate Friday. - photo by Associated Press

Guns on Campus Georgi Ledb — Senate committee members vote against an amendment to a measure that would permit those with concealed carry weapons licenses to bring their guns onto public college campuses Monday. The bill passed the Senate Friday. - photo by Associated Press

ATLANTA — Licensed gun owners who are 21 and older would be able to carry concealed weapons on public college campuses in Georgia if Gov. Nathan Deal signs a bill headed to his desk. The Georgia Senate passed the bill by a 37-17 vote on Friday, bidding to legalize concealed firearms on campuses statewide.

Sign up for the Herald's free e-newsletter