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Image Courtesy of TopKit™. What California Nonprofits Need to Know About AB 2260 California Assembly Bill 2260, signed into law on September 27, 2022 and effective January 1, 2023, establishes new safety requirements for certain newly constructed buildings with large occupancy capacities. Commonly referred to as the Tactical Response to Traumatic Injuries Act, AB 2260
Many houses of worship are exploring ways to strengthen safety for their congregations. For some, this includes the use of armed volunteers. While Florida law does not specifically address “armed volunteers” in religious institutions, several statutes and legislative measures provide important guidance. Understanding these laws is essential for faith leaders, boards, and volunteers who want
Florida’s churches are at the center of a new debate over faith, safety, and regulation. Senate Bill 52, introduced by Senator Gaetz for the 2026 session, proposes sweeping changes to how houses of worship can provide armed security. Designed to ease the burden of state licensure requirements, the measure could reshape the way congregations protect
In Florida’s ongoing debate over faith, safety, and regulation, a new proposal is stirring conversation. House Bill 95, introduced on October 7, 2025, seeks to exempt certain volunteers who provide armed security at churches and religious organizations from the state’s usual licensure requirements. Just days later, on October 14, the measure was routed to the
Across Texas, churches and synagogues are wrestling with a pressing question: how do you keep congregations safe without crossing the line into law enforcement? Recent updates to state law and DPS regulations have carved out a unique space for volunteer security teams, ordinary members of faith communities who step forward to protect their own. From
Introduction In recent years, faith-based organizations and nonprofits have faced increasing security challenges, including high-profile incidents of violence at houses of worship. In response, Texas enacted Senate Bill 694 (SB 694), a law designed to provide civil immunity to religious organizations and their security personnel—both employees and volunteers—when acting within the scope of their security
California Senate Bill 1454 (SB 1454) represents a major shift in how faith-based and charitable organizations must approach safety and security. For decades, nonprofits and houses of worship operated under broad exemptions from state licensing requirements. SB 1454 removes those exemptions, placing ministries, NGOs, and charitable groups under the oversight of the Bureau of Security
I recently read a powerful message drawn from Paul’s letters to the Corinthians and Romans, where he describes being cleansed or baptized by fire. The idea is that we are tested, not to be broken, but to be refined, like gold purified through intense heat. The lesson isn’t to fear the fire, but to build
What responsibility does a Faith-Based Organization (FBO) have if they are attacked and do nothing but call the police and wait for help? When a Faith-Based Organization (FBO) faces an attack and merely calls the police without taking further action, the liability they might encounter can differ depending on the jurisdiction and specific circumstances. However,
Faith-based organizations (FBOs) play a crucial role in providing spiritual guidance and support to their communities. However, they also bear significant legal responsibilities, particularly when it comes to ensuring the safety and security of their premises. This outline summarizes the various aspects of premises liability, the duty of care owed by places of worship, and