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Bill to arm Tennessee teachers fails
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A bill that would arm some school teachers in Tennessee failed Tuesday after heated debate from state lawmakers, including several Republican gun rights advocates, who questioned whether it was the best way to protect students. The measure was voted down in the House Education Administration and Planning Committee. Legislators also wondered whether governments could be held liable if there was an accident involving an armed teacher.