H 2579
An Act establishing the Massachusetts school safety data grant program
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Bill overview
This bill creates a grant program to help Massachusetts public safety agencies improve their response to emergencies at schools. The program will provide funding for agencies to collect and share data related to school safety, aiming to enhance coordination and preparedness. This initiative seeks to strengthen emergency response capabilities across the state’s schools. Ultimately, the goal is to create a more secure environment for students and staff.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Massachusetts School Safety Data Grant Program.
- Provides grants to public safety agencies.
- Funds data collection and sharing related to school safety.
- Aims to improve emergency response coordination.
- Supports preparedness efforts at school campuses.
Who is affected
- Public Safety Agencies
- Schools
- Students
- Staff
- Massachusetts Residents
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Bill H.2579 194th (Current)
An Act establishing the Massachusetts school safety data grant program
By Representative Consalvo of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2579) of Rob Consalvo relative to establishing a program accessible to public safety agencies statewide to facilitate efficient emergency response on school campuses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Rob Consalvo Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.2579
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/2/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/07/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 7/30/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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