The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 6621, seeks to amend current law to permit sworn police officers, who possess proper identification, to carry their firearms throughout the state of Connecticut. This provision is intended to enhance the ability of law enforcement officers to perform their duties effectively and ensure public safety. The bill explicitly states that this allowance is subject to federal law prohibitions.
The key insertion in the bill is the language that allows police officers to carry firearms anywhere in the state, which is a change from existing regulations that may impose restrictions on where officers can carry their weapons. There are no deletions from current law mentioned in the text provided. The overall aim of the bill is to clarify and expand the rights of police officers regarding firearm carry in the state.