✔️ SB321
Regards carrying of firearms by certain special police officers
Current Status: In Senate Committee (Armed Services, Veterans Affairs and Public Safety)
Summary
This bill allows certain special police officers to carry firearms while on duty at institutions under the jurisdiction of the departments of behavioral health and developmental disabilities. It specifies that these officers may carry firearms when escorting patients or residents, operating metal detectors, or patrolling the institution's grounds.
Rationale
The bill aligns with the Libertarian principles of self-defense and the right to bear arms, as it permits special police officers to carry firearms in specific circumstances. Both the LP and LPO platforms support the right to keep and bear arms without unnecessary restrictions.