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HB 1866

NEXT GEN 9-1-1 IMPLEMENTATION

104th Regular Session Introduced by Bill Cunningham and 2 co-sponsors

Eli's Law mandates audio recording devices in public school locker rooms to enhance student safety and accountability, effective from the 2027-2028 school year.

Public Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0204
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Bill Summary · HB 1866

Summary of HB 1866 - Eli's Law

Purpose and Intent

House Bill 1866, known as Eli's Law, aims to enhance student safety in public schools by mandating the installation of audio recording devices in locker rooms and dressing rooms. The bill was introduced on March 20, 2025, and has since been enacted as Act 908.

Key Provisions

The main provisions of Eli's Law include:

  • Installation Requirement:

    • All public school districts and open-enrollment public charter schools must install audio recording devices in every locker room and dressing room on their premises.
    • This requirement will take effect starting with the 2027-2028 school year.

  • Notification:

    • Schools are required to post signs in a conspicuous location within each locker room and dressing room to inform individuals about the presence of audio recording devices.

  • Audio Recording Management:

    • Schools must retain audio recordings for a minimum of 90 days after creation.
    • Recordings can only be kept for up to 12 months unless there is an allegation of wrongdoing, in which case they may be used as evidence.
    • Schools must publish a notice on their website at least 10 days before destroying any recordings.

  • Access to Recordings:

    • Access to the recordings is restricted to:
    • School administrators.
    • Parents, legal guardians, or individuals standing in loco parentis to a student who presents an allegation of wrongdoing.

  • Funding:

    • Schools may utilize available state funding, including funds allocated for school safety, to cover the costs associated with the installation of the audio recording devices.

Affected Parties

The bill primarily affects:
- Public School Districts: Required to comply with the installation and management of audio recording devices.
- Open-Enrollment Public Charter Schools: Also required to follow the same provisions as public school districts.
- Students and Parents: Enhanced safety measures in locker rooms and the ability to access recordings in cases of alleged misconduct.

Procedural Timeline

  • March 20, 2025: Bill introduced and referred to the House Education Committee.
  • April 9, 2025: Passed in the Senate with amendments.
  • April 21, 2025: Notification that HB 1866 is now Act 908.

Conclusion

Eli's Law represents a significant step towards improving safety in school environments by ensuring that locker rooms and dressing rooms are monitored through audio recording devices. The implementation of this law is expected to foster a safer atmosphere for students while providing a mechanism for accountability in cases of alleged misconduct.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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