Bill > HB2394

This bill, known as "Alyssa's Law," requires all schools in West Virginia to implement a wearable panic alert system by December 31, 2025. The state board, in collaboration with the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, will develop rules for this system. Each school staff member will be provided with a panic alert device that can immediately contact local emergency response agencies and initiate a campus-wide lockdown notification. The devices must be able to integrate with local 9-1-1 infrastructure, allowing quick communication during emergencies. Additionally, county boards must ensure that all school personnel receive annual training on how to use these devices and that school security data (including cameras, maps, and access control information) is accessible to local law enforcement agencies. The goal of this legislation is to enhance school safety by providing educators with a quick and direct method to alert authorities during critical situations.

Budget and Finance, Education

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