LEOSA Info

Law Enforcement Officers' Safety Act, Public Law 108-277 and Public Law 110-272

On July 22, 2004, President George W. Bush signed House Resolution 218 (HR 218), the "Law Enforcement Officers' Safety Act," into law. This act, which officially became Public Law 108-277, went into effect immediately. This bill exempts qualified active and retired law enforcement officers from local and State prohibition on the carrying of concealed firearms.

On September 29, 2010, The U.S. House of Representatives, passed S. 1132. This bill amends the current PL108-277 with positive changes --especially provisions for retired officers. The bill also covers ammunition which was not covered in the original LEOSA bill. It also makes it easier for retiree to do the yearly qualifications. On October 12, 2010, President Barack H. Obama II signed S. 1132, the “Law Enforcement Officers’ Safety Act,” into law. The Act, now Public Law 110-272, went into effect immediately

In this section, you will find HR 218 and related issues regarding the law and also the challenges. Please also check our legislative news and activities under the "Legislative" section.

S 1132 Read the Act Here
(Latest amendments to PL 108-277)

PL 108-277 Read the Law Here

BOP Statutory Arrest Authority

Revised Q & A re: HR 218

U. S. Attorney General Guidance Memo

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