Donald Payne actually said...

"Arming teachers puts our children at greater risk and does nothing to stop active shooters or other forms of school gun violence."

"we encourage the Subcommittee, and all Members of Congress, to focus on providing students with positive supports that maintain safe, healthy, and inclusive schools"

"I look forward to continuing the important discussion today on what more Congress can do to enhance school security in America."

"We encourage you to prioritize prevention and hold up proven evidence-based programs that can help stop tragedies before they happen."