In February, Illinois legislators began debating a concealed carry law, including whether firearms should be allowed on public transportation.
The issue was raised at a House hearing in Springfield, the first legislative step following a federal appeals court ruling, tossing out the state's ban on concealed guns in public
Supporters of the bill, which would block local restrictions banning concealed handguns on city buses and trains, say it will create a safer environment on public transportation by deterring criminal behavior.
Under the policy, beginning Dec. 15, guns can be brought aboard trains that have checked baggage service. Gun owners must inform Amtrak officials 24 hours ahead of departure.
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Now that pilots can pack handguns, should transit bus and motorcoach drivers be given the means to defend themselves in the event of a physical attack by an irate passenger, road-raged motorist or, although unlikely, terrorist?
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