While Georgia’s House Bill 280 doesn’t allow weapons in stadiums or at athletic events, the law does allow concealed handguns at tailgates.
On Wednesday, The University System of Georgia released "Guidelines for the Implementation of House Bill 280" from chancellor Steve Wrigley.
“I understand that many of you have strong feelings about this bill,” Wrigley wrote. “Yet, whether you opposed or supported the legislation, it will soon be state law, and I respectfully ask everyone to exercise patience, understanding and respect as we implement it.
“We all share the same goal of ensuring a safe campus environment. We should work together to implement the law as written and thoughtfully address any complications that may arise.”
HB 280 authorizes handguns to be carried by license holders on public university property and was signed by Gov. Nathan Deal on May 4. The bill becomes law on July 1.
The bill does not allow handguns in buildings and property used for athletic events or inside any student housing.
The guidelines state universities will not provide gun storage or classify restricted areas for gun owners.
“While House Bill 280 provides for specific exceptions where handguns may not go, it does not give individual institutions discretion to bar or further limit handguns on their campuses,” Wrigley wrote. “Institutions therefore may not place additional restrictions or prohibitions on the carrying of handguns beyond those contained in the law. Neither should anyone else attempt to interfere with the ability of license-holders to carry concealed handguns on campus.”
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