A state judge has ruled Montana lawmakers overstepped their authority in passing House Bill 102 legislation that would allow more people to carry guns on public college campuses. Northern News Network’s Eric Young has more. https://northernbroadcasting.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/12-02_737.mp3
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The Montana Board of Regents asked the state Supreme Court to block a new law Thursday that would allow people to carry guns on public university campuses while the justices decide who has the constitutional authority to set such policies. Wednesday the regents voted to challenge the parts of House Bill 102 that would allow students and staff ...
Board Of Regents Votes For Judicial Review Over Campus Gun Law
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Campus Gun Law May Lead To Lawsuit By Board Of Regents
In response to a new law allowing firearms on public college campuses, the Montana Board of Regents will consider whether to file a lawsuit against House Bill 102 which was signed by Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte in February. The law removes the Board of Regents’ ability to enforce restrictions for guns carried on campuses. After hearing Mont...
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Montana Board Of Regents To Hold Listening Session For College Firearm Policy
Under a draft policy to implement a new law broadly expanding where firearms are allowed, students on Montana’s college campuses who meet safety certifications would be able to carry concealed firearms without a permit. The Montana Board of Regents will host a listening session Wednesday to hear comments on their draft policy implementing Hou...