HB2196

Providing a permanent exemption for postsecondary educational institutions from the public buildings requirements under the personal and family protection act.

Introduced·1/31/25
Introduced Text

Kansas HB2196 provides a permanent exemption for postsecondary educational institutions from public buildings' concealed carry restrictions.

Kansas HB2196 amends the personal and family protection act to permanently exempt postsecondary educational institutions from restrictions on carrying concealed handguns in public areas of state or municipal buildings. The bill allows the governing body or chief administrative officer of a postsecondary institution to exempt its buildings from these restrictions by stating reasons and notifying the Kansas attorney general. The exemption applies to buildings on the institution's grounds and those leased by the institution.

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Federal and State Affairs Committee
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History

Jan 31, 2025

House

House Introduced

Jan 31, 2025

House

House Referred to Committee on Federal and State Affairs