Bill
SD 1480
Overview: SD 1480, "An Act establishing the Massachusetts school safety data grant program", is a proposed bill that has been passed by the House and is awaiting final concurrence.
Overview: SD 1480, "An Act establishing the Massachusetts school safety data grant program", is a proposed bill that has been passed by the House and is awaiting final concurrence.
Purpose and Intent: The bill's primary goal is to improve school safety and emergency preparedness by establishing a grant program to support the collection and analysis of school safety data. The proposed legislation aims to provide schools with the resources and tools needed to identify and address safety risks.
Key Provisions:
- Creates the Massachusetts School Safety Data Grant Program, which will provide funding to schools to collect and analyze data on safety incidents, threats, and other relevant information
- Requires participating schools to develop comprehensive school safety plans and update them annually based on the data collected
- Establishes a centralized database to aggregate and analyze school safety data across the state
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would primarily affect K-12 public and private schools in the state, as well as students, teachers, and school administrators. By providing data-driven insights, the grant program aims to enhance school safety and emergency response capabilities, ultimately benefiting the entire school community.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been passed by the House and is currently awaiting final concurrence. If enacted, the Massachusetts School Safety Data Grant Program would be implemented, and schools would be able to apply for funding to support their data collection and analysis efforts.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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