WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — State and municipal employees will be able to conceal and carry on the job starting Friday.

The Wichita Eagle reports that the measure is one of many newly passed laws that take effect July 1. Other measures include a shortening of the time someone can receive welfare and a ban on use of tanning beds by people under 18.

Under the concealed weapon law, public employees won’t need gun safety training to carry on the job.

Supporters say this will allow public employees to protect themselves on the job. Opponents say it violates the personal property rights of homeowners and creates potential safety risks.

Wichita Mayor Jeff Longwell says it remains to be seen how many city employees will even take advantage of the right to carry.