Florida lawmakers rejected a proposed ban on assault weapons this week while approving a bill that would allow teachers to carry guns.
After a debate of more than two hours, senators voted along party lines, with Republicans outnumbering Democrats and rejected the proposed assault weapons ban.
However, the committee approved a bill that would allow teachers in schools to carry guns.
It also gives authorities the right to confiscate guns from anyone with mental health issues.
President Donald Trump expressed support for raising the minimum age to buy guns and also said he supports arming teachers to help prevent school shootings.
The issue has come to the forefront after a shooter opened fire at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School on Feb. 14, killing 17 and wounding 16 others.
Florida Gov. Rick Scott, a Republican, said he supports raising the minimum age to buy a gun as well as strengthening background checks to try to prevent mentally ill people from obtaining guns.
However, Scott does not support arming teachers.
“I want our teachers to teach and our law enforcement officers to be able to protect the students. I want each group to focus on what they are good at.”