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Introduced
06/05/2025
06/05/2025
In Committee
06/05/2025
06/05/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in terms and courses of study, providing for instructions in firearm safety.
AI Summary
This bill requires all Pennsylvania public schools, including school districts, charter schools, and technical schools, to provide firearm safety instruction for students from kindergarten through 12th grade beginning in the 2026-2027 school year. The instruction must be age-appropriate and politically neutral, and will be developed by the Department of Education in consultation with the Pennsylvania State Police and Game Commission. The curriculum guidelines will cover critical safety topics including safe firearm handling, safe storage, appropriate steps when encountering a firearm, dangers of firearm misuse, and potential recreational activities involving firearms. The bill provides a specific definition of "firearm" that includes weapons designed to expel projectiles by explosive action and their frames or receivers. The instruction aims to educate students about responsible firearm awareness and safety, with the goal of preventing accidents and promoting understanding. The legislation will go into effect 60 days after its passage.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to Education (on 06/05/2025)
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