The Texas Senate has approved legislation to allow the carrying of concealed handguns on public college campuses, the Associated Press reports.

The initial vote was 21-10, and 19-12 on a final vote, the Austin Statesman says. The measure now goes to the state House.

Under the bill, Texans licensed to carry concealed handguns could take them inside buildings at public colleges and universities .

Twice previously this year a vote was blocked by parliamentary maneuvering. The state Senate approved a similar measure two years ago.