Pennsylvania HB2206 authorizes school entities to purchase or lease firearm detection technology.

HB2206 amends the Public School Code of 1949 to allow school entities to contract with vendors for firearm detection technology. This technology must use existing security cameras or drones to monitor for firearms on school property or buses, and alert personnel with minimal human oversight. The technology must meet certain criteria, including being developed in the U.S. without third-party or open-source data. The act takes effect in 60 days.

Pennsylvania HB2206 authorizes school entities to purchase or lease firearm detection technology.

HB2206 amends the Public School Code of 1949 to allow school entities to contract with vendors for firearm detection technology. This technology must use existing security cameras or drones to monitor for firearms on school property or buses, and alert personnel with minimal human oversight. The technology must meet certain criteria, including being developed in the U.S. without third-party or open-source data. The act takes effect in 60 days.