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Minnesota DPS to begin weapon screening at State Capitol; officials say it is a safety, not a ban The Minnesota Department of Public Safety and State Patrol announced walk‑through weapon screening at the State Capitol beginning Tuesday of the legislative session, citing an independent Axtell security report and saying costs will come from the State Patrol budget. Legislators are exempt; staff and visitors will be screened.

Minnesota's State Capitol is set to implement walk-through weapon screening starting in 2026, aiming to enhance safety for all while keeping the building accessible.

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Minnesota DPS to start weapon screening at State Capitol at start of 2026 session The Minnesota Department of Public Safety and State Patrol announced weapon screening at the State Capitol will begin Tuesday, citing an independent Axtell report and recent violent incidents; officials described four public entrances, exemptions for elected officials, permit procedures, and plans to monitor throughput and costs.

Starting in 2026, the Minnesota State Capitol will implement weapon screening as part of a new security strategy to enhance safety for all visitors.

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Rules committee endorses Senate president’s gallery-security letter, approves resolution 6–4 The Rules and Administration Committee voted 6–4 to endorse Senate President Champion’s Jan. 26 protocols for the senate gallery, including scanners and a prohibition on firearms in the gallery on session days; committee members debated legal risk, access for permit-holders, and operational impacts.

The Minnesota Rules and Administration Committee has taken a significant step towards enhancing safety in the Senate gallery by endorsing a new resolution that bans firearms on session days.

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Oregon legislators allow concealed carry in Capitol with House Bill 3742 House Bill 3742 permits licensed legislators and staff to carry firearms in Capitol.

Oregon's House Bill 3742 could soon allow legislators to carry concealed handguns in the Capitol, igniting fierce debates on safety and gun rights.

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