Excitement continues among Texans with the upcoming arrival of the State Fair, which takes place at Dallas Fair Park from September 27 to October 20.
But, in the midst of preparations for its opening, The organization implemented a ban on firearms which the Lone Star State House of Representatives is now calling for to be rescinded.
Since 1886, the annual event has taken place in Dallasafter its first 16 years in Houston. The celebration, which attracts both locals and tourists, features live shows on stages by renowned bands, food fairs and endless activities for the whole family.
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But nowadays A controversy surrounds the State Fair of Texas, due to a decision made by the organization to prohibit the entry of weapons into the eventIn recent days, the Republican wing of the Lone Star State House of Representatives has called for the measure to be rescinded.
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Why did the State Fair of Texas ban guns?
The Texas State Fair organization has decided to ban the entry of firearms into the fairgrounds following an incident last year when a gunman shot and wounded three people. Identified as Cameron Turner, 22, he was arrested following the food court shooting and charged with three counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and one count of illegal carrying.
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Meanwhile, 71 state legislators in the House of Representatives signed this Monday A petition to have the new ban at the State Fair liftedaccording to the Texas Tribune. They claim that this measure makes the event “less safe” since “Gun-free zones are magnets for crime and pose less of a threat to those who seek to do evil.”
On the other hand, the gun rights group Texas Gun Rights also spoke out against the decision.Gun-free zones don’t work. “This is another attempt to make us feel good that achieves nothing in terms of security,” they said.
What safety measures will the State Fair of Texas take?
In addition to the ban on the entry of firearms into the premises, Dallas, The organization said it will place security cameras at the entrances and will not provide lockers for bags and backpacks.
