Massachusetts H741 mandates silent panic alarms in public schools for immediate law enforcement response in emergencies.

Massachusetts H741 amends Chapter 71 of the General Laws to require public schools to possess and have access to at least one silent panic alarm. This alarm, activated manually in life-threatening or emergency situations, signals law enforcement without being audible within the school building and includes an emergency light. The alarm is directly linked to local law enforcement, transmitting a signal upon activation. The bill also defines "silent panic alarm" and exempts public employers from liability for injuries arising from the alarm's implementation.

Massachusetts H741 mandates silent panic alarms in public schools for immediate law enforcement response in emergencies.

Massachusetts H741 amends Chapter 71 of the General Laws to require public schools to possess and have access to at least one silent panic alarm. This alarm, activated manually in life-threatening or emergency situations, signals law enforcement without being audible within the school building and includes an emergency light. The alarm is directly linked to local law enforcement, transmitting a signal upon activation. The bill also defines "silent panic alarm" and exempts public employers from liability for injuries arising from the alarm's implementation.