Parkland Aftermath: Florida Lawmakers, Activists Say 'No More' To School Shootings
Parkland Aftermath: Florida Lawmakers, Activists Say 'No More' To School Shootings
The Florida legislature is poised to pass some of the most sweeping gun control and mental health reforms in more than 20 years. The moves come as lawmakers face pressure from students affected by the Valentine's Day shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.
On Valentine's Day, a 19-year-old in Parkland opened fire on his former classmates at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. He killed 14 students, three adults, and injured 14 others. There were warning signs, yet, all, including a tip to the FBI, were missed.
That day, school safety measures in place, like school resource officers, restricted access and fencing--all failed.
In the wake of the shooting, students from Marjory Stoneman Douglas have mobilized, calling on the legislature to take greater action to prevent school and mass shootings. Lawmakers, it seems, are finally listening.
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