Clarifies that law enforcement officers employed by educational institutions may possess firearms on campus.
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Overview
This bill clarifies that law enforcement officers employed by educational institutions, such as schools and universities, are permitted to possess firearms on campus. It specifically outlines that officers can carry firearms while on duty or traveling to and from their work. The bill defines a ‘law enforcement officer’ as someone who has completed specific firearms training. It also addresses penalties for unauthorized possession of weapons on campus, regardless of whether the officer has a permit.
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Primary sponsor
Joseph Cryan
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