85 TAMIU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment that supports the academic mission of the University. According to TAMIU Policy, members of the TAMIU community, including students, faculty, staff, as well as visitors to any TAMIU campus location, are prohibited from unlawfully possessing firearms, explosives, weapons, or any item that may be construed as such, on the premises of the University or in any building under University control. This prohibition applies regardless of whether a federal or state license to possess the same has been issued to the possessor. There are some limited exceptions to this policy; for example, certified and licensed law enforcement personnel who are authorized to carry a firearm are permitted to do so while on TAMIU property. In accordance with Texas Penal Code Ch. 46.03, a person commits an offense if the person intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly possesses or goes with a firearm, location-restricted knife, club, or prohibited weapon on the physical premises of a school or educational institution, to include any buildings or passenger transportation vehicles under the direct control of the educational institution unless pursuant to written regulations or written authorization of the institution; or the person possesses a license to carry a concealed handgun. (You may also refer to the TAMIU Student Handbook Article 6 Section 6.05 Prohibited Behavior? Weapons and Explosives). Effective August 1, 2016, Senate Bill 11 required all State public colleges and universities to allow Concealed Campus Carry. Accordingly, Texas A&M University System policy now allows handgun license holders to carry a concealed handgun. State law provides universities with the ability to limit or establish rules regarding where handguns may and may not be present. Note that licensed peace officers are authorized by law to carry firearms at all times. TAMIU rule 34.06.02.L1 Carrying Concealed Handguns on Campus outlines areas where carrying a concealed handgun on campus premises is prohibited. The University enforces State law and System policy; it is encouraged that you read and understand State law and University rules and regulations.
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