This bill mandates that each school district's board of trustees must submit a written statement to the Department of Education explaining why they did not adopt rules permitting school district employees to possess firearms on school property, as allowed under existing law. The bill also authorizes the allocation of $100,000 from the general fund for a statewide marketing campaign aimed at promoting the authority of school districts to allow firearm possession by employees who hold valid concealed carry permits. This funding is designated for a specific period from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026, and any unspent funds will revert to the general fund.

Additionally, the bill includes a severability clause, ensuring that if any part of the act is found to be invalid, the remaining provisions will still be enforceable. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2024.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 21-3-132