Hawaii HB627 appropriates funds for school safety measures, including threat assessment and fire safety programs.

Hawaii HB627 allocates $15,800,000 for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to the Department of Education for school safety measures. This includes funding for a targeted violence prevention and threat assessment program manager and a fire safety and security technology program manager. The threat assessment manager will create a statewide framework, ensure fire safety compliance, and assist with fire alarm systems. The fire safety manager will oversee fire safety and security initiatives. The bill aims to enhance school safety and reduce anxiety among students, teachers, and staff.

Hawaii HB627 appropriates funds for school safety measures, including threat assessment and fire safety programs.

Hawaii HB627 allocates $15,800,000 for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to the Department of Education for school safety measures. This includes funding for a targeted violence prevention and threat assessment program manager and a fire safety and security technology program manager. The threat assessment manager will create a statewide framework, ensure fire safety compliance, and assist with fire alarm systems. The fire safety manager will oversee fire safety and security initiatives. The bill aims to enhance school safety and reduce anxiety among students, teachers, and staff.