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Firearms in Schools: Expanding Concealed Carry in School Zones.

This proposed bill amends existing gun-free school zone laws. It allows certain individuals, including qualified law enforcement officers, retired officers, and those permitted by state law to carry a concealed firearm, to possess and discharge a firearm in self-defense or defense of others within a school zone. This means more individuals could legally carry firearms near schools, potentially impacting safety perceptions and responses to threats.
Key points
Allows active and retired law enforcement officers to carry firearms in school zones.
Permits individuals authorized by state law to carry concealed firearms to possess them in schools.
Grants the right to discharge a firearm in self-defense or defense of others within a school zone for these groups.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_2477
Sponsor: Rep. Weber, Randy K., Sr. [R-TX-14]
Process start date: 2023-04-03