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CT SB00276

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/25/2021

Primary Sponsor

Eric Berthel

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Origin

Senate

2021 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Connecticut General Statutes section 10-244a to allow sworn members of organized local police departments to possess firearms on school grounds at any time

  • Extends the same firearm possession rights on school property to qualified retired law enforcement officers as defined under federal law (18 USC 926C)

  • Aligns state law with the federal Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA) regarding concealed carry privileges for active and retired officers

  • Defines "firearm" according to section 53a-3 of Connecticut general statutes

Legislative Description

An Act Permitting Law Enforcement Officers To Possess Firearms While On School Property.

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Education

1/25/2021

Committee Referrals

Education1/25/2021

Full Bill Text

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