New legislation in Delaware changes the regulations for firearms on college campuses in the first state. “I believe it sends a message to the community that it’s not ok to bring a firearm or any type of weapon on campus for any reason unless you’re authorized to do so,” said Delaware State University police chief Donald Baynard. House Bill 311 passed in the Delaware General Assembly making it possible to charge any person carrying a firearm on a Delaware college campus under the Safe School Zone criminal offense. Delaware State University Police Chief Donald Baynard says this law is needed following a tragedy on campus. “As you know, back on April 21st of this year, the university unfortunately experienced a senseless act of gun violence on campus by two individuals not affiliated with the university that unfortunately led to the tragic death of a visitor,” said Chief Baynard.