S.1683

Provides that school district may not prohibit active or retired law enforcement officer or registered security officer from carrying firearm in performance of school security duties if authorized under State law to carry.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S1683 allows active or retired law enforcement officers and registered security officers to carry firearms in schools if state law permits.

New Jersey S1683 ensures that school districts cannot prohibit active or retired law enforcement officers, including safe schools resource officers or Class Three special law enforcement officers, and registered security officers from carrying firearms in school buildings or on school grounds if they are authorized by state law. This act responds to concerns following recent school shooting incidents by ensuring that armed officers can perform their duties as intended, without unnecessary restrictions.

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Where it stands

Current
Law and Public Safety Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee