Assembly Bill 746 proposes an exemption from the licensing and permit requirements for private detectives and private security personnel for individuals volunteering on church safety or security teams. Under current law, individuals must obtain a license from the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) to act in these capacities. However, the bill specifies that volunteers acting within the scope of their duties at a church's place of worship will not need to hold such a license, provided the church is a legally recognized religious organization that regularly holds services.

The bill clearly delineates that this exemption applies solely to the church premises and does not extend to any schools or other organizations operated by the church. The new legal language created in the bill defines a "church" as a religious or faith-based organization with a distinct legal existence and a congregation. This legislative change aims to facilitate volunteer participation in church safety efforts without the burden of regulatory compliance typically required for private security personnel.