NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — People are beginning to gather around the Capitol for Monday's special session.
During a morning prayer vigil for Macy Fluharty, the Proud Boys were seen at the top of steps waving a banner.
While the Special Session was called largely in response to the deadly shooting at The Covenant School, direct gun control is not part of the parameters for the special session. The session can touch on topics of juvenile justice and mental health order of protection (also sometimes known as 'red flag laws'). It will also address law enforcement's access to information for those who are committed to mental health treatment.
Throughout the day, several groups are expected to speak ahead of the special session. You can watch live in the video player below.
Groups of both sides are expected outside the Capitol throughout the week. The Special Session is expected to wrap up before the end of the week.
Gov. Bill Lee's special session on public safety begins at the State Capitol on Monday, Aug. 21.
This special session includes only the topics set by the governor. State leaders will discuss 18 topics on an official proclamation from Governor Lee ranging from mental health to juvenile justice.
The special session begins at 4 p.m. You can join us for a special edition of NewsChannel 5 at 6 p.m. as Carrie Sharp and Phil Williams live from the Capitol.
