H 753
An Act relative to school security
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Bill overview
This bill, H.753, addresses school safety and security measures, specifically focusing on preparing schools for active shooter situations and improving overall building safety. It aims to enhance emergency response plans and protocols within Massachusetts schools. The legislation seeks to ensure schools have the necessary resources and procedures to protect students and staff. It is part of a broader effort to improve school safety across the state.
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Primary sponsor
Steven George Xiarhos
Cosponsors
Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida
David F. DeCoste
David T. Vieira
Donald H. Wong
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Bill H.753 194th (Current)
An Act relative to school security
By Representative Xiarhos of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 753) of Steven George Xiarhos and Joseph D. McKenna relative to the safety and security of school buildings and plans for emergency response to active shooter situations. Education.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Steven George Xiarhos Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Education
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Bill History
Displaying 3 actions for Bill H.753
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Education |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/6/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
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