Bill > H548

This bill requires the Massachusetts Department of Education to develop model educational content about safe firearm storage that school districts must annually distribute to their entire school communities. The model content will focus on three key areas: (1) explaining the life-saving importance of securely storing firearms to prevent unauthorized access by children and teens, (2) outlining the risks unsecured firearms pose to children, schools, and communities, and (3) providing actionable steps for community members to enhance firearm safety, including awareness of storage requirements, suicide prevention resources, and other behavioral health support. The content must be published in English and multiple languages reflecting local community needs, and the department will review and update the materials annually. School superintendents and school committees are mandated to distribute this notice to parents, guardians, and staff both through physical communication and by making the information electronically accessible on their district's website, with the ultimate goal of promoting student safety and well-being through education about responsible firearm storage.

Education

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H548