Maryland SB507 mandates safety evaluations and emergency plan updates for public schools to ensure accessibility for students with disabilities.
Maryland SB507 requires local school systems to conduct safety evaluations of public schools to identify and address physical safety concerns, including accessibility issues for students with disabilities. These evaluations must be performed annually and include consultations with the Center for guidance and coordination with the Interagency Commission on School Construction. Additionally, the bill mandates that local school systems update their emergency plans to include detailed strategies for handling behavioral threats, emergency events, and accommodations for students with disabilities.
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