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Feb 6, 2012

Guns-on-campus proposal is clearer, but still highly controversial

Gov. Jan Brewer last year rejected a proposal that would have allowed guns on campuses because it lacked “clarity.”

This year, gun proponents have revived the proposal — minus the provisions that led to Brewer’s veto.

Jan 30, 2012

New version of Arizona campus guns bill proposed

An Arizona lawmaker is renewing his fight to allow students and professors to carry guns on campuses.

Jul 11, 2011

Klein responds to handgun handling criticism

No stranger to controversy, freshman Sen. Lori Klein might have waded into another one after she pointed a loaded gun at the chest of a reporter who was profiling her as a part of a series on gun culture in Arizona.

Jul 11, 2011

ATF to require gunbuyer information on border

In an effort to stem the illicit flow of weapons into Mexico, the Justice Department says gun shops in four Southwest border states will be required to alert the federal government to frequent buyers of high-powered rifles.

May 2, 2011

Brewer makes mark doubling last year’s veto count

Lawmakers found Gov. Jan Brewer to be a lot like a teacher who's a tough grader — and she's not shy about sending notes home either.

Apr 19, 2011

Don’t take your guns to town, yet

Despite the scathing language in her veto letter on S1467, Brewer said she's willing to discuss reviving the guns-on-campus issue next session.

Apr 18, 2011

Brewer vetoes ‘poorly written’ guns-on-campus bill

Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer has vetoed a bill to allow guns to be carried on public rights of way on public university and community college campuses.

Apr 13, 2011

Legislature approves controversial firearms bill

The Arizona House has approved a gun-rights bill that would generally let people take guns into government buildings without armed guards and metal detectors.

Apr 13, 2011

Brewer has until Monday to act on gun bill

Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer has until Monday to act on a bill that would permit carrying guns on public rights of way at Arizona public university and community college campuses.

Apr 8, 2011

ASU’s Michael Crow urges Gov. Brewer to veto gun bill

Arizona State University President Michael Crow is urging Gov. Jan Brewer to veto a bill allowing guns on campuses.

Mar 10, 2011

Senate gives preliminary OK to watered down guns-on-campus bill

Gun rights advocates are inching closer to accomplishing their long-coveted goal of allowing guns on school campuses.

Mar 4, 2011

Senate OKs easing of gun restrictions

In a highly emotional vote, the Senate on Thursday approved a bill that loosens restrictions carrying firearms to most public places.

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