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HB 8070 Failed

AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Makes it permissible for any student, professor, or other employee of any public or private college or university, to carry, possess and have in their custody, possession and/or under their control, a stun-gun or pepper spray for purposes of self-defense.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Feb 27, 2026
Last action
Apr 8, 2026 — 04/08/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Sponsor
David Place R
Session
2026
Momentum
5 · Stalled