Texas SB752 mandates emergency evacuation devices for individuals with disabilities at public postsecondary institutions.

Texas SB752 requires public postsecondary institutions to install emergency evacuation devices for individuals with disabilities in multi-floor buildings. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board must establish a grant program to fund these devices and related training. Institutions must incorporate these devices into their emergency operations plans, ensuring safety for students, personnel, and guests with disabilities. The board will consult with disability councils and committees in creating related rules and grant criteria.

Texas SB752 mandates emergency evacuation devices for individuals with disabilities at public postsecondary institutions.

Texas SB752 requires public postsecondary institutions to install emergency evacuation devices for individuals with disabilities in multi-floor buildings. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board must establish a grant program to fund these devices and related training. Institutions must incorporate these devices into their emergency operations plans, ensuring safety for students, personnel, and guests with disabilities. The board will consult with disability councils and committees in creating related rules and grant criteria.