Bill > HB70

This bill modifies provisions relating to school protection officers. It allows elementary or secondary school teachers, administrators, or other designated school personnel to be designated as school protection officers, who are authorized to carry concealed firearms or self-defense spray devices on school property. The bill outlines the requirements and procedures for designating school protection officers, including criminal background checks, training, and notification to the Department of Public Safety. It also exempts school protection officers from certain restrictions on carrying concealed firearms in schools and other locations.