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MO HB2504

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Keith Elliott

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • School districts may designate teachers, administrators, or other school personnel as school protection officers authorized to carry concealed firearms or self-defense spray devices on school property
  • Expands eligibility beyond teachers and administrators to include "other school personnel" who complete POST commission-approved training and hold valid concealed carry permits
  • School districts may require designated personnel to submit a mental health fitness-for-duty letter from a licensed mental health professional
  • School protection officers must maintain personal control of firearms at all times on school property; violations result in immediate removal and potential employment termination
  • Officers may detain persons on school property for up to one hour using the same use-of-force authority as any person under chapter 563, with required notification to administrators and law enforcement

Legislative Description

Modifies provisions relating to school protection officers

Last Action

Referred: Rules - Administrative(H)

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules - Administrative3/10/2026
General Laws1/8/2026

Full Bill Text

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