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Posted by: Paul Burch on Jul 31, 2023

The Tennessee Black Caucus of State Legislators met Friday at the National Civil Rights Museum to discuss Gov. Bill Lee’s upcoming special session on Aug. 21 to propose new gun legislation, reports the Commercial Appeal. The caucus has been holding town hall meetings state-wide discussing ways to curb gun violence since the General Assembly recessed in May. "What is good for rural isn't always good for urban," noted state Rep. Jesse Chism, D-Memphis. Suggestions for the upcoming session include gun safe lock programs for firearm owners and a requirement for all guns in cars to have locks.