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This bill, named the Alyssa's Legacy Youth in Schools Safety Alert Act (ALYSSA Act), aims to enhance school safety by requiring all elementary and secondary schools to be equipped with at least one panic alarm. A panic alarm is defined as a silent security system signal that can be manually activated to alert law enforcement during a life-threatening emergency, such as a non-fire evacuation, lockdown, or active shooter situation. The bill amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to mandate that local educational agencies ensure each school they serve is prepared to address security emergencies. Specifically, schools must install these silent alarms as a condition of receiving federal funds. The requirement is part of a broader effort to improve school safety protocols and provide a quick method for school staff to signal law enforcement during critical incidents. By requiring these panic alarms, the bill seeks to give schools an additional tool to respond rapidly to potential threats and protect students and staff.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1524/all-info