Amendment to allow guns to be openly carried was passed in the Missouri House
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Amendment to allow guns to be openly carried was passed in the Missouri House

Date: April 13, 2016
By: Devon Yarbrough
State Capitol Bureau
Links: HB 1468

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Missouri House debates amendment to allow guns in the State Capitol
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Wrap: Missourians would no longer need permits to carry concealed weapons, if this bill is passed. The underlying bill was not voted on, but was amended to allow firearms in the Missouri State Capitol.  

Democrat Representative, Genise Montecillo from St. Louis County said this provision would put many people in potential danger.

Actuality:  Montecillo.WAV
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Description: And not only are we sitting ducks, but we are putting the people who come and visit their Capitol at risk and it will futher this risk by this lady's amendment. I think to put more people at risk, just to make a point is dangerous and it's fool-heartedy and I know I will not be supporting this amendment.

The provision was passed by the house in favor for Missouri citizens' rights.

Reporting from the State Capitol, I'm Devon Yarbrough.  

 

Intro: 
Amendment to allow firearms in the Missouri State Capitol was debated by the Missouri House
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Wrap: An amendment was heard to allow citizens to bring firearms to the Missouri State Capitol. This provision was said to present safety issues in the future.

Republican Representative, Shawn Rhoads from West Plains, said it is right of Missouri citizens to carry firearms.

Actuality:  RHOADS.WAV
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Description: I not only agree with the lady's amendment to the amendment, I think you know what this is the people's building and their second amendment rights were trying to protect them. I whole-heartedly support her amendment and I hope the body does so as well.

The provision was approved by the Missouri House, but the bill has not been voted on.

Reporting from the State Capitol, I'm Devon Yarbrough.