The bill amends Section 16-52-2 of the General Laws concerning the maintenance of order on college and university campuses. It allows the board of governors for higher education to appoint campus police officers who will have the same powers as municipal police officers, including the authority to arrest individuals for state criminal violations and local ordinances. The bill introduces a requirement that these campus police officers be equipped with ballistic body armor of the same or similar standard worn by the state police. Additionally, it clarifies that campus police officers observing violations of any rules or regulations can issue summonses, including for traffic and parking regulations. This act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
5667: 16-52-2