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MS HB532
Bill
Status
Failed
2/9/2023
Primary Sponsor
Nick Bain
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AI Summary
- Creates the "Mississippi School Safety Guardian Act" allowing school governing bodies to designate trained employees as "school safety guardians" authorized to carry concealed firearms on campus to respond to active shooter situations or imminent threats
- Requires guardians to possess a concealed carry license, complete annual law enforcement training academy instruction, pass criminal background checks and psychological screenings, demonstrate shooting proficiency, and maintain CPR/AED/first aid certification
- Provides civil immunity for guardians acting within their official duties and establishes a criminal defense for guardians charged while performing their duties, with immunity waived if guardians fail to carry out official responsibilities
- Mandates school districts pay guardians a $500 monthly stipend and exempts guardian identities from public records disclosure while requiring documentation be shared with school administrators and local law enforcement
- Directs the Department of Public Safety to administer the program through the Office of Homeland Security, establish training certification through at least three law enforcement academies per congressional district, and sets fees to cover training costs
Legislative Description
Mississippi School Safety Guardian Act; create.
Last Action
Died On Calendar
2/9/2023
Committee Referrals
Judiciary B1/13/2023
Full Bill Text
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