Enhanced Powers for Federal Building Security: Firearms and Detentions
This act expands the authority of contract security personnel in federal buildings, allowing them to carry firearms and make detentions. The goal is to enhance security in government facilities, potentially impacting citizens' sense of safety when visiting these locations. New training standards for personnel are also introduced.
Key points
Contract security personnel in federal buildings may carry firearms if authorized.
They can detain individuals without a warrant for offenses committed in their presence or for felonies if there are reasonable grounds to believe such a crime was committed.
New, uniform training standards for security personnel are established to enhance professionalism.
The Secretary of Homeland Security must report on Federal Protective Service staffing needs to better address threats.
Status:
Expired
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