Veterans in Campus Safety Act

# Veterans in Campus Safety Act (S 3601) Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Veterans in Campus Safety Act would make it easier for military veterans to work in campus security and law enforcement roles at colleges and universities. The bill aims to streamline hiring by allowing veterans' prior military experience and training to count toward qualifications for these campus safety positions, potentially without requiring additional civilian certifications that non-veterans must obtain. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The legislation would primarily benefit military veterans seeking employment in campus security and campus police departments. It would also affect colleges and universities by expanding their recruitment pool and potentially reducing hiring barriers.

While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available summary, the bill's goal is to recognize military training as equivalent to civilian security training and remove unnecessary obstacles for veterans entering this field. **Current Status** As of now, S 3601 is in committee, meaning it has been referred to the relevant Senate committee for review and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. The bill was introduced by Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) in the 119th Congress.