A bill introduced in the Tennessee legislature would allow emergency medical responders and firefighters to carry handguns for their safety, but some emergency response leaders aren’t sure that’s such a good idea. As written, the bill “authorizes any person employed as a firefighter or emergency medical technician (EMT), that has received a written directive from their supervisor and completed an annual eight-hour firearm training, to carry a handgun while engaged in the performance of the person’s official duties.” But don’t expect to see any Washington County/Johnson City EMS medics walking onto a medical scene with a gun strapped to their side. “I have concerns, as well as our board,” Chief Dan Wheeley said. “Our board has voted in opposition to the bill.”