House considers concealed handguns at schools holding church
RALEIGH, North Carolina -- The ability to carry a concealed handgun on public school property while attending church services there is being considered in the North Carolina House.
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House floor debate and voting was expected Thursday on legislation allowing someone with a concealed weapons permit to be armed while at a public school where space is used for religious worship. Right now guns are barred on such school property, although people arriving with lawful handguns must store them securely in their cars.
The bill says a person could be armed on the property only when the school wasn't holding classes, extracurricular activities or school-sponsored events. It's common for new churches - especially in urban areas - to rent space in schools for services.
The bill cleared a House judiciary committee Wednesday.
