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CareerTech Gun Bill Heads to Gov's desk (May 19, 2011)

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahomans with a license to carry a concealed weapon would be able to keep firearms in their vehicle at state career and technology centers under a bill given final approval in the Senate.

The measure passed Thursday on a 35-12 vote and heads to Republican Gov. Mary Fallin for consideration.

The bill is the only surviving firearm-related measure this legislative session and applies only to Oklahomans with a license to carry a concealed firearm. It does not allow the permit holder to carry the gun onto campus, only keep it in their vehicle.

The bill is strongly opposed by CareerTech administrators who say allowing guns on campuses could pose a safety risk and result in higher liability insurance costs for the schools.

Fallin hasn't indicated whether she'll sign the bill.



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