Language on two other bills addressing school security has not been finalized.

RURAL TEXAS SCHOOLS CONSIDER ARMING TEACHERS IN WAKE OF UVALDE SHOOTING

The Maine Gun Safety Coalition believes it's a bad idea for teachers to be armed, even if they completed certification and training approved by the Board of Trustees of the Maine Criminal Justice Academy.

Republican lawmakers are emphasizing education during this legislative session. They're also sponsoring proposals to create transparency in school curriculums and to create more school choice. Something also needs to be done about declining test scores, Sen. Jim Libby, R-Cumberland.