Gun rights advocates oppose Capitol security changes

Nebraska lawmakers weigh risks, benefits of Capitol gun, weapons ban

A proposed bill would ban guns and other weapons from the Nebraska Capitol. Supporters cite safety; critics warn of new barriers for public participation.

Nebraska state senators hear testimony on proposed bill that would ban weapons at the State Capitol

The bill has multiple votes to clear before heading to the governor's desk

Gun rights advocates oppose Capitol security changes

LINCOLN — Nebraska lawmakers faced expected opposition Monday from local gun-rights advocates about a bipartisan proposal to limit what weapons and self-defense items should be allowed into the State Capitol as threats of political violence rise. The noon-hour public hearing…