HB1417

School safety; creating the School Access for Emergency Response Act; definitions; grant program; grant selection committee; revolving fund; effective date.

Chamber Passed·3/17/25

Oklahoma HB1417 establishes the School Access for Emergency Response Act to enhance school safety through improved communication systems.

Oklahoma HB1417, known as the School Access for Emergency Response Act, creates a grant program within the State Department of Education to improve communication systems between schools and first responders. The act defines key terms such as "interoperability" and "interoperable technology." To be eligible for grants, schools must have a memorandum of understanding with their regional public safety answering point or local law enforcement agencies.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 21–0 · Mar 17, 2025
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
3
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

21 Yea

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0 Nay

History

Apr 21, 2025

Senate

Placed on General Order

Apr 16, 2025

Senate

Reported Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Appropriations committee; CR filed

Apr 8, 2025

Senate

Coauthored by Senator Hines