Pennsylvania HB653 mandates panic alert systems in public school buildings to notify law enforcement of emergencies.
Pennsylvania HB653, also known as Alyssa's Law, requires all public school buildings to install panic alert systems. These systems, which can be activated via mobile apps, wired or wireless buttons, must immediately notify local law enforcement of emergencies such as nonfire evacuations, lockdowns, or active shooter situations. The law defines a panic alert as a silent notification generated by manual activation of a device to communicate life-threatening or emergency situations.
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