from the Chronicle of Higher Education March 5, 2004 http://chronicle.com/daily/2004/03/2004030504n.htm (subscription needed) --henry schaffer
By MICHAEL ARNONE The University of Utah's ban on firearms may soon go up in smoke, if Gov. Olene S. Walker, a Republican, signs a bill designed to remove it. Overwhelmingly approved by the Legislature, the bill, SB 48, would prohibit local entities from restricting gun use or ownership by individuals. State Sen. Michael G. Waddoups, a Salt Lake City Republican, sponsored the bill. The university's ban violates state law, he said, because only the Legislature can regulate firearms. ... The university banned firearms from its campus almost 30 years ago to ensure a safe environment for free speech and the exchange of ideas, said Coralie A. Alder, director of public relations. The university will abide by the new law, she said, but might appeal its case to the State Supreme Court. ... ... Regarding the likelihood of Governor Walker's signing the bill, Amanda K. Covington, a spokeswoman, said the governor "believes in the right to bear arms," but "has yet to see a good instance of them at schools." If signed into law, the bill would go into effect in May. _______________________________________________ To post, send message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To subscribe, unsubscribe, change options, or get password, see http://lists.ucla.edu/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/firearmsregprof
