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Introduced
11/09/2017
11/09/2017
In Committee
11/15/2017
11/15/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/10/2018
03/10/2018
Introduced Session
2018 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Provides exception to prohibition on possessing firearms & specified devices on school property for authorized concealed weapon & firearm licensees who are designated by school principals & district school superintendents; provides requirements for designees; requires district school boards to formulate & prescribe policies & procedures for active shooter & hostage situations; requires that active shooter training for each school be conducted by law enforcement agency designated as first responders to school's campus; requires district school boards & private school principals & governing boards allow campus tours by such agency; permits district school boards to commission one or more school safety officers on each school's campus; requires district school superintendents to provide recommendations on school safety & security to law enforcement agencies.
AI Summary
This bill aims to prevent violent crimes on school grounds by allowing school principals and district superintendents to designate certain individuals, such as veterans, active duty military, law enforcement, or valid concealed carry permit holders, to carry concealed weapons on school property. The bill also requires school districts to establish policies and procedures for active shooter and hostage situations, mandates active shooter training by law enforcement, and allows school districts to commission school safety officers. Additionally, the bill requires school districts and private schools to allow law enforcement agencies that are first responders to their campuses to conduct tours for safety purposes.
Committee Categories
Education, Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Died in PreK-12 Quality Subcommittee (on 03/10/2018)
Official Document
bill text
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2018/621 |
| Bill | http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2018/621/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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