Bill > HB0044

This bill amends existing Utah law to enhance school security by clarifying the roles and responsibilities of various school safety personnel and updating training requirements. It expands the definition of "special function officer" to include individuals performing security functions and allows them to respond to observed situations for public safety until law enforcement arrives. The bill also modifies the "School Guardian Program" by refining training protocols, firearm storage rules, and stipends for participants, and it introduces the "Educator-Protector Program" to incentivize school employees to carry firearms responsibly. Furthermore, it establishes new requirements for visitor management systems in schools, including controlled access points, visitor sign-in/sign-out procedures, and annual training for school personnel. The bill also clarifies county sheriff responsibilities in coordinating security and training, and it updates definitions related to school safety personnel and programs.

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