Bill > A04970

This bill introduces comprehensive measures to enhance school safety by mandating new security mechanisms and emergency preparedness protocols. The bill requires all school doors to be equipped with quick-locking devices that meet Department of Homeland Security guidelines, and encourages advanced security options like ballistic classroom doors and shatter-proof window film. Schools must install AI-supported security cameras and ensure all security devices comply with existing safety regulations. Additionally, the bill establishes detailed requirements for public bleeding control equipment, including mobile medical kits for various school settings, with color-coded components and user-friendly smartphone app guidance. The legislation also mandates that school districts develop evidence-based safety plans, including policies for responding to violence, contacting law enforcement and parents, and providing comprehensive staff training. Schools must create district-wide safety teams involving representatives from education, law enforcement, and community stakeholders, and these teams must review and update safety plans annually. The bill includes provisions for public hearings on safety plans, mandatory reporting to state authorities, and potential financial penalties for districts that fail to comply with the new safety standards. The goal is to create more proactive, prepared, and responsive school safety environments that can effectively prevent and respond to potential emergencies.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4970