Vetoed by Governor Chris Sununu

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that authorizes law enforcement officers, members of the military, and those authorized by local school boards to carry firearms on school property.

Highlights:

• Prohibits individuals from knowingly carrying a firearm on public school property including, buildings, grounds, school buses, or vans Sec. 1).

• Exempts the following individuals and groups from the provisions of this act, including (Sec. 1):

• Any individual picking up or dropping off a student whose firearm remains in their motor vehicle;

• Any individual authorized in writing by the school board to possess a firearm; and

• Any duly appointed law enforcement officer, properly trained school resource officer, or member of the armed forces.

• Specifies that this act will take effect immediately upon passage (Sec. 1).

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