Rhode Island Bans Most Guns On School Grounds

Most guns are no longer allowed on school property in Rhode Island. The state's Democratic governor, Dan McKee, signed the Harold M. Metts School Safety Act of 2021 into law on Monday, July 12. It prevents people from bringing guns onto school property. The law includes exceptions for school security personnel, peace officers, and retired law enforcement officers.

Most guns are no longer allowed on school property in Rhode Island. The state's Democratic governor, Dan McKee, signed the Harold M. Metts School Safety Act of 2021 into law on Monday, July 12. It prevents people from bringing guns onto school property. The law includes exceptions for school security personnel, peace officers, and retired law enforcement officers.…