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Introduced
03/05/2019
03/05/2019
In Committee
04/08/2019
04/08/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To allow certain off-duty law enforcement officers and retired law enforcement officers to carry a concealed firearm to protect children in a school zone. This bill specifies that certain retired and off-duty law enforcement officers who are authorized to carry concealed firearms are not subject to the federal prohibition on possessing (or discharging) a firearm in a school zone.
AI Summary
This bill, the Police Officers Protecting Children Act, allows certain off-duty and retired law enforcement officers who are authorized to carry concealed firearms under federal law to do so in school zones. Specifically, it exempts these officers from the federal prohibition on possessing or discharging a firearm in a school zone, as long as the firearm is concealed. This is intended to enable these qualified law enforcement officers to protect children in school settings.
Committee Categories
Justice, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (on 04/08/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/1501/all-info | 03/06/2019 |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr1501/BILLS-116hr1501ih.pdf | 03/22/2019 |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr1501/BILLS-116hr1501ih.pdf.pdf | 03/22/2019 |
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