An Act relative to firearms in certain public buildings

This bill prohibits licensed individuals from carrying firearms into specific public buildings, including the statehouse, polling places, and areas where state employees perform official duties. The law defines a firearm broadly to include pistols, revolvers, rifles, and smoothbore arms and applies to both loaded and unloaded weapons. Violations of this rule can result in fines of up to $1,000, imprisonment for up to two years, or both penalties. Additionally, the legislation bans carrying firearms at demonstrations held within public buildings, where a demonstration is defined as organized activity intended to attract a crowd. Law enforcement officers are authorized to make warrantless arrests for anyone found in violation of these provisions.