The bill amends existing laws related to school security personnel in New Mexico by introducing provisions for assistant school security personnel, defined as level one or level two security guards registered under the Private Investigations Act. It establishes qualifications for these personnel, allowing retired or former commissioned peace officers and registered level three security guards to serve as school security personnel. The bill also amends the Private Investigations Act to permit applicants for registration as security guards to be employed by school districts or charter schools, thereby expanding the pool of potential security personnel available to educational institutions.

Key amendments include the requirement for school districts to verify the qualifications of potential assistant school security personnel, including proof of registration and successful completion of training. Additionally, the bill mandates background checks and other conditions for employment. The language also clarifies that school security personnel must not perform other jobs while carrying firearms and outlines the necessary evaluations to determine their suitability for firearm use. Overall, the bill aims to enhance school safety by ensuring that security personnel meet specific training and qualification standards.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 22-10A-40, 61-27B-16, 61-27B-17, 61-27B-18