Lawmakers still divided on school safety after Parkland

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — In the wake of the deadly school shooting in Florida last month, there has been a lot of conversation about how to prevent another similar tragedy.

The problem isn’t new and neither are the arguments about how to best secure schools, but the resolve seems to be stronger this time.

“The No. 1 focus we have to have is how do we keep the kids safe,” state Rep. Chris Afendoulis, R-Grand Rapids Township, said.

It’s a view shared by virtually every parent, educator, law enforcement official and lawmaker. The question is how.

U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Zeeland, says the is no one-size-fits-all solution and addressing the issue should start with what individual school districts and parents want.

Full story: WOOD TV


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