West Virginia Governor Signs Hunter Safety Education Bill
Signed into law on April 1, Senate Bill 9 directs the West Virginia Board of Education to develop a hunter safety program for use in the state’s public schools.
It will be offered to students in grades six through twelve. This is a great thing, because anything that exposes kids to guns and teaches them safe handling and proper use is not only good for the shooting sports, it's good for anyone who takes the time to learn and also benefits those around them.
Doubtlessly, antis will see things differently. If people aren't terrified silly of guns, how are they ever going to ban them?
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Gregory Morris said:
As I've discussed a few times on my blog, Gun Safety courses are regularly offered in WV middle and high schools already. This new bill was basically an expansion of the program, accompanied by some funding. When it is offered currently, it is usually taught as a quarter-long electives opposite home economics, shop class, and art.
My wife took the class in 8th grade, and it was required at her school.
Murdoc
said:
Gregory: Thanks for the input and it's good to know that it's already available in WV.
I grew up in rural Minnesota and took it in 5th or 6th grade, but times sure have changed.
So do you think this bill is a good thing?