HF2885 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Permitted and trained school staff allowed to carry firearms.
Related bill: SF713
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The purpose of this bill is to enhance public safety in Minnesota schools by allowing permitted and trained school staff to carry firearms. This aims to prepare and equip educators to respond effectively in emergency situations, particularly in the case of active shooter incidents.
Main Provisions
Firearm Training Program: The bill mandates the establishment of a firearm training program specifically for teachers and school employees. This program is to be developed by the superintendent of the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension in consultation with security and law enforcement experts.
Training Content and Frequency: The training will include strategies for handling active shooter situations. It will be made available at least once a year and may be facilitated by private organizations contracted by the bureau.
Eligibility Criteria: To participate in the training, school personnel must have completed training for a permit to carry a firearm under Minnesota law within the last year or must already possess a valid carry permit.
Free of Charge: The training will be provided at no cost to qualified teachers and employees from public schools, charter schools, and postsecondary institutions.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
The bill proposes amendments to existing Minnesota Statutes (sections 609.66 and 624.714) to authorize this training initiative. It also introduces new legal provisions under Chapter 299C, a reflection of the broader legislative efforts to incorporate trained school staff into active security roles in response to potential threats.
Relevant Terms
- Firearms
- Active shooter training
- Permit to carry
- School safety
- School staff
- Public safety legislation
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 26, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Public Safety Finance and Policy |
Citations
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