Kansas House stalls concealed carry debate on campuses and hospitals
A bid by Minority Leader Jim Ward to open discussion on prohibiting concealed weapons on college campuses and in public hospitals failed in the Kansas House with 44 votes in favor. Ward voiced disappointment while Republicans with NRA ties cited concerns about derailment by amendments and ongoing compromise talks.
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Kansas lawmakers stall vote on concealed carry at facilities
The 2013 law opens concealed carry on college campuses and hospitals in July after years of attempts to delay. Rep. Mason and others warned that moving the bill could derail a broader compromise. Negotiations cited cost and logistics of security checks as key factors.
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