The bill amends several sections of Louisiana law regarding the illegal carrying of weapons, specifically focusing on definitions and exceptions related to schools. It clarifies that the term "school" includes elementary, secondary, and high schools, as well as vocational-technical schools, but explicitly states that it does not apply to privately owned vocational-technical schools. Additionally, the bill modifies the definition of "school bus" and outlines that individuals who are 18 years or older and not prohibited from possessing firearms are exempt from certain restrictions.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new provisions regarding concealed handgun permits, allowing individuals with valid permits from Louisiana or states with reciprocity to carry handguns within specified distances of school campuses. It also removes previous stipulations that applied only to residents aged 21 and older, thereby broadening the eligibility for carrying firearms in school zones. Overall, the bill aims to refine the legal framework surrounding weapon possession in educational settings while ensuring that certain exceptions are clearly defined.

Statutes affected:
SB101 Original: 14:95(A)(4), 14:2(B)(3), 14:6(C)(1)
SB101 Engrossed: 14:95(A)(4), 14:2(B)(3), 14:6(C)(1)
SB101 Enrolled: 14:95(A)(4), 14:2(B)(3), 14:6(C)(1)
SB101 Act 420: 14:95(A)(4), 14:2(B)(3), 14:6(C)(1)