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Over in the Senate, the regular floor session is taking place. Currently on SB0027, which would require all governing bodies to publish an agenda and supplemental documents for the public at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting. It passes unanimously. @WKRN #TNLeg23
HAPPENING NOW: The House Education Administration Committee is debating HB1202, which would allow faculty/staff of schools to carry a concealed handgun on school grounds.
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Concerns for teacher's mental health if they had to fire a gun and potentially hurt/kill someone, as well as whether or not they would be required to keep it on their person at all times rather than in a purse/desk/safe
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HB1202 is brought by Rep. Ryan Williams (R—Cookeville).
"We need to do the best that we can do for our kids," he says.
This bill has origins in Parkland, he says, and mirrors what actions were taken then.
Bill is only "permissive" meaning LEAs aren't required to do it.
"We need to do the best that we can do for our kids," he says.
This bill has origins in Parkland, he says, and mirrors what actions were taken then.
Bill is only "permissive" meaning LEAs aren't required to do it.
🚨METRO COUNCIL LAWSUIT THREAD🧵
So I completely missed who the woman representing Metro in this hearing is, but she's now getting into the Home Rule Amendment, which Metro previously relied upon to block school vouchers - which ultimately failed.
So I completely missed who the woman representing Metro in this hearing is, but she's now getting into the Home Rule Amendment, which Metro previously relied upon to block school vouchers - which ultimately failed.
So I've seen some people question whether or not the House can legally expel @VoteGloriaJ, @brotherjones_ and @Justinjpearson, and by what authority can they do it, so I did a little research (because I'm chronically working, apparently).
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As stated in all three resolutions seeking to expel the so-called #TennesseeThree (or is it #Tennessee3?) cite Article II, Section 12 of the Tennessee Constitution: 
According to the Permanent Rules of Order for the 113th General Assembly (capitol.tn.gov/Archives/House…) the Speaker is charged with maintaining "order and decorum" in the House (Sec. 2)
Now live is the House Health Subcommittee, which will consider 3 bills by Rep. Lamberth. Most controversial of these bills is HB0001, which would ban gender-affirming care for all minors. It's listed last on the calendar. #TNLeg23 @WKRN
@VoteGloriaJ asking @RepChrisTodd why his bill, commonly referred to as an "anti-drag" bill, is necessary if there are already laws against obscenity are on the books. Pointing out that "go-go dancing" is included in language but pro-wrestling may not be included #TNleg23
@VoteGloriaJ @RepChrisTodd @VoteGloriaJ saying there could be "unintended consequences" to the bill as it is written. Says she hasn't seen a child hurt by the things listed in this bill. Then a question by Rep. Scotty Hill about "vague" language in the bill. Refers to Miley Cyrus as "similar" #TNLeg23
@VoteGloriaJ @RepChrisTodd Q was about the "vague" language of "or similar entertainers" in Todd's bill, but legal services says that phrase is already in code and that Todd's bill would further define "entertainer" in re: "adult-oriented" business
