The proposed bill would update current statutes by expanding the School Safety Program to include new provisions that support the costs of placing school safety officers (SSOs) on campuses and funding for safety technology and infrastructure improvements. It mandates that each school district and charter school train officers to interact with children with disabilities and develop emergency response plans in collaboration with local law enforcement. Additionally, the bill exempts school building blueprints and floor plans from public record requirements, enhancing confidentiality in safety planning.

Moreover, the bill modifies existing language to apply current proposal requirements for school resource officers (SROs) to SSOs and expands the definition of SROs to include various law enforcement personnel. It requires schools receiving program funds to conduct safety assessments every five years and train officers on legal and mental health issues. These updates aim to improve school safety measures and ensure that educational environments are better equipped to handle emergencies, particularly for children with disabilities.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-120.05, 15-154, 15-154.02, 15-155, 15-183, 15-761, 41-2534, 35-190, 15-341
Senate Engrossed Version: 15-120.05, 15-154, 15-154.02, 15-155, 15-183, 15-761, 41-2534, 35-190, 15-341