Bill > H2421

This bill amends the Massachusetts General Laws to create the Active Shooter/Hostile Events Response (ASHER) Program. The key provisions are: - The Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS) shall adopt the National Fire Protection Association's NFPA 3000 Standard as the guideline for active shooter or hostile event situations in the Commonwealth. - EOPSS, in conjunction with state and local law enforcement, fire services, emergency medical services, and other emergency response agencies, shall develop and implement standard training requirements for an integrated preparedness, response, and recovery for active shooter or hostile event situations. - The bill establishes an ASHER Executive Council within EOPSS, consisting of representatives from various public safety and emergency response agencies, to coordinate efforts and provide advice on the development of the emergency response plan. - EOPSS shall be the lead state agency for developing and making recommendations on emergency response to active shooter or hostile event situations in the Commonwealth.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2421