Decreases the frequency of lock-down drills in schools and requires a trauma-informed approach; allows parents to opt their children out of such.

This bill amends the education law to reduce the number of lock-down drills in schools from twelve to two per school year. It mandates that these drills be conducted with a trauma-informed approach, ensuring they do not include props, actors, simulations, or tactics that mimic violence or emergencies. The bill also requires schools to notify parents and guardians of students at least seven days in advance of any lock-down drill. Additionally, it allows parents to opt their children out of these drills. The changes will take effect on July 1st following the bill's enactment.

Decreases the frequency of lock-down drills in schools and requires a trauma-informed approach; allows parents to opt their children out of such.

This bill amends the education law to reduce the number of lock-down drills in schools from twelve to two per school year. It mandates that these drills be conducted with a trauma-informed approach, ensuring they do not include props, actors, simulations, or tactics that mimic violence or emergencies. The bill also requires schools to notify parents and guardians of students at least seven days in advance of any lock-down drill. Additionally, it allows parents to opt their children out of these drills. The changes will take effect on July 1st following the bill's enactment.