SB 129
Establishes the "Private College Campus Protection Act" which allows private colleges and universities to employ campus police officers
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LR Number:
0379S.01I
Last Action:
2/21/2019 - Voted Do Pass S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee
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Effective Date:
August 28, 2019

Current Bill Summary

SB 129 - This act establishes the "Private College Campus Protection Act". The governing board of a private college or university may employ police officers for purposes set forth in the act. Such officers shall take an oath of office and complete police training to obtain a peace officer license. Additionally, private colleges and universities may establish and enforce traffic regulations for on-campus thoroughfares.

This act is identical to SB 1047 (2018), and HB 2495 (2018), and is substantially similar to HCS#2/HB 105 (2019).

JOSIE BUTLER

Amendments

No Amendments Found.