Massachusetts H623 mandates panic alarms in public elementary and secondary schools, with funding by the Massachusetts School Building Authority.
Massachusetts H623 requires public elementary and secondary schools to be equipped with panic alarms for security emergencies. These alarms must be installed by licensed professionals and meet industry standards. The Massachusetts School Building Authority funds these alarms. Schools can opt for alternative emergency mechanisms approved by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The bill also allows reimbursement for districts that previously installed panic alarms.
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