New York A04970 amends the education law to enhance school safety through new mechanisms and equipment.

New York A04970 amends the education law to mandate that every door in school buildings be equipped with a locking device. It requires schools to install public bleeding control equipment, including kits in every classroom. The bill also mandates the development of comprehensive district-wide safety plans and building-level emergency response plans by school safety teams. These plans must include evidence-based policies for responding to threats, contacting law enforcement, and contacting parents.

New York A04970 amends the education law to enhance school safety through new mechanisms and equipment.

New York A04970 amends the education law to mandate that every door in school buildings be equipped with a locking device. It requires schools to install public bleeding control equipment, including kits in every classroom. The bill also mandates the development of comprehensive district-wide safety plans and building-level emergency response plans by school safety teams. These plans must include evidence-based policies for responding to threats, contacting law enforcement, and contacting parents.