A Senate panel on Wednesday passed a bill that would allow people to carry a weapon without a permit or training.

House Bill 2597, called “Constitutional Carry,” passed the Senate Appropriations Committee by a vote of 18-4.

Guns still would not be allowed on college campuses and in other designated areas, said Senate Majority Floor Leader Kim David, R-Porter, the Senate author. House Majority Floor Leader Jon Echols, R-Oklahoma City, is the House author.

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