Substitute Senate Bill No. 1382 aims to enhance school safety by establishing a grant program administered by the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP) for local and regional boards of education to obtain school mapping data services. Effective July 1, 2025, eligible boards can apply for grants to create mapping data that meets specific criteria, such as compatibility with public safety software and accuracy verification through walk-throughs. The bill mandates that this mapping data be provided at no additional cost and be permanently accessible to both school boards and public safety agencies. Additionally, the bill amends existing law by including school mapping data services as an eligible expense under the School Security Infrastructure Competitive Grant Program (SSICG), which covers various security infrastructure improvements and training.

The bill also outlines a grant allocation process based on the wealth ranking of towns and the population of member towns in regional educational service centers, ensuring that a minimum of 10% of funds is allocated to nonpublic schools and licensed child care centers. It prioritizes schools with the greatest need for security infrastructure, particularly those lacking any security measures. The bill introduces new requirements for the mapping data, including the need for it to be printable, usable on mobile platforms, and confirmed accurate through campus walk-throughs. The DESPP is tasked with developing eligibility criteria and reporting on the grant program's activities, while existing provisions related to school safety assessments and emergency planning are maintained.