This bill establishes that school districts in New Jersey cannot prohibit active or retired law enforcement officers, as well as registered security officers, from carrying firearms while performing their school security duties, provided they are authorized under state law to do so. The legislation specifically states that if a school district enters into an agreement for security services with these officers, they must be allowed to carry firearms in school buildings or on school grounds.

The motivation behind this bill stems from community concerns following recent school shootings, where there has been a push for increased security measures, including the presence of armed officers in schools. The bill aims to address the restrictions some school boards have placed on these officers, which do not align with the desires of many community members for enhanced protection in educational environments.