South Dakota Teachers Can Carry Guns

A bill that allows South Dakota school districts to train teachers and other school personnel to carry guns while at work is now a state law.

 

 

 

 

A bill that allows South Dakota school districts to train teachers and other school personnel to carry guns while at work is now a state law.

Governor Dennis Daugaard signed the legislation Friday.

It was controversial bill while making its way through the legislature.

Supporters say it’s necessary for rural schools that are many miles from emergency responders, but opponents say it puts students at greater risk.

Daugaard says the "Sentinel" program is optional, and sentinels must be trained by law enforcement.

The legislation goes into effect July 1st.

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