MS SB2197

Authorizes employees of the Secretary of State who are authorized by the Secretary of State to perform investigative or regulatory enforcement functions to carry firearms while engaged in their duties.

Requires such employees to complete a weapons training course approved by the Board of Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Training before being authorized to carry weapons.

Adds Secretary of State investigative employees to the list of non-sworn personnel authorized to carry firearms under Mississippi Code Section 97-37-7, alongside similar employees of the State Auditor and other state agencies.

Takes effect July 1, 2024.