Bill > HB4198

This bill requires all public and nonpublic schools in Michigan to implement a mobile panic alert system starting in the 2025-2026 school year, designed to provide rapid emergency communication during school security incidents. The system must be capable of connecting local and state law enforcement, school staff, and first responder agencies in real-time, and directly integrate with 9-1-1 infrastructure to transmit emergency calls through both landline and mobile activations. The Department of Technology, Management, and Budget will procure the system through a competitive solicitation process, consulting with state police and emergency management agencies, and vendors must be certified by the Department of Homeland Security. Schools can be exempt from implementing the system if they already have a panic alert system that meets the specified requirements, but must submit a petition to the department for review. Schools that fail to comply or obtain an exemption may be ineligible for school safety grants from the state police. The bill defines "school security emergency" broadly to include situations like nonfire evacuations, lockdowns, and active-shooter scenarios, and aims to enhance school safety by ensuring rapid, coordinated emergency communication.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4198