The bill amends the Revised School Code to require public and nonpublic schools in Michigan to implement a mobile panic alert system for school security emergencies starting in the 2025-2026 school year. The system must facilitate real-time communication between local law enforcement, school staff, and first responders, ensuring that 9-1-1 calls can be transmitted effectively through various means, including mobile applications. The Department of Technology, Management, and Budget is tasked with procuring this system, consulting with relevant state departments to ensure compliance with safety standards.

Schools that already have a compliant panic alert system may apply for an exemption from this requirement. If a school fails to comply or does not receive an exemption, it may become ineligible for school safety grants from the Department of State Police. The bill also defines key terms related to first responders and school security emergencies, emphasizing the importance of coordinated responses in critical situations.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 380.1, 380.1852