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MS HB64
Bill
Status
2/4/2014
Primary Sponsor
Mark Formby
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AI Summary
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School superintendents may appoint willing district employees to carry concealed weapons on school campuses for security purposes.
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Employees must be licensed under Mississippi Code Section 45-9-101 to carry concealed weapons and complete a certified firearms safety and handling course from a nationally recognized organization or Department of Public Safety-approved instructor.
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The Department of Public Safety must waive all weapon permit fees and provide free training for school employees appointed under this section.
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Amendments to Section 45-9-101 and 97-37-7 ensure that fees are waived for school-appointed security personnel carrying concealed weapons.
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The act takes effect July 1, 2014.
Legislative Description
School property; authorize district superintendents to select certain employees to carry concealed weapons on campus.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/4/2014