SF713

SF713 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Permitted and trained school staff carrying of firearms authorization

Related bill: HF2885

AI Generated Summary

This bill, SF No 713, introduced in the Minnesota Senate, proposes that school staff who are already permitted to carry firearms undergo specific training to better respond to active shooter situations. The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, along with security and law enforcement experts, will be tasked with establishing a firearm training program specifically for teachers and school employees. This program will be offered at least annually and will be free for public school, charter school, and postsecondary institution staff. Those eligible for the training must have already completed a carry permit training or hold a current permit to carry. The intent is to prepare and potentially empower school staff to safely handle active shooter scenarios within their schools.

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
January 26, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
January 26, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
January 26, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Referred to	Judiciary and Public Safety
January 26, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Referred to	Judiciary and Public Safety

Citations

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