Overview: SCR 40, a concurrent resolution creating the K-12 School Safety Task Force to study and make recommendations relative to school safety and security, was introduced in the Louisiana State Senate on March 17, 2025 and has been enrolled and signed by the President of the Senate.
Purpose and Intent: The resolution establishes a task force to comprehensively examine issues related to school safety and security in Louisiana. The goal is to identify best practices, evaluate current policies, and develop recommendations to enhance the protection of students, teachers, and staff in K-12 educational settings.
Key Provisions:
- Creates the K-12 School Safety Task Force, composed of various stakeholders and experts
- Directs the task force to study a range of school safety topics, including emergency planning, physical security measures, and mental health support
- Requires the task force to submit a report with findings and recommendations to the state legislature
Affected Parties and Impacts: The work of the K-12 School Safety Task Force will directly impact K-12 schools, students, teachers, and staff in Louisiana. The recommendations could lead to policy changes and the implementation of new safety and security measures.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The concurrent resolution has been enrolled and signed by the President of the Senate, indicating it has been passed by the Louisiana legislature and is awaiting any further action.