HB1565

In terms and courses of study, providing for instructions in firearm safety.

Introduced·6/5/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB1565 mandates firearm safety instruction for all students from kindergarten through twelfth grade starting in the 2026-2027 school.

Pennsylvania HB1565 amends the Public School Code of 1949 to require each school entity to offer firearm safety instruction to students from kindergarten through twelfth grade starting in the 2026-2027 school year. The instruction must be age-appropriate and politically neutral. The Pennsylvania Department of Education, in consultation with the Pennsylvania State Police and the Pennsylvania Game Commission, will develop curriculum guidelines.

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Current
Education Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Jun 5, 2025

House

Referred to Education