School Marshals and Other School District Personnel Carrying Firearms
Explore factors that school districts should consider before allowing employees to carry firearms on campus under the marshal or guardian plans.
School-based law enforcement laws in Texas allow authorized employees to carry firearms on campus under the marshal and guardian plans. Before investing in either plan, leadership should understand the risks and consult their attorney and insurance provider.
Explore factors that schools should consider before allowing employees to carry firearms on campus under the marshal or guardian plans.
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