This bill amends the Revised School Code to enhance the requirements for emergency operations plans in Michigan schools. It mandates that by July 1, 2026, and every three school years thereafter, school districts, intermediate school districts, public school academies, and nonpublic schools must conduct a review of their emergency operations plans in collaboration with local law enforcement. The bill also requires these institutions to develop, adopt, and update their emergency operations plans, ensuring public input is included. The plans must address various safety concerns, including school violence, bomb threats, and weather-related emergencies, and must now include guidelines for the use of temporary locking devices.

Additionally, the bill establishes that each school must have a crisis team responsible for managing safety incidents, with specific roles outlined for team members, including the principal and school resource officer. It allows nonpublic schools the option to exempt themselves from these requirements. The bill also emphasizes the confidentiality of the emergency operations plans and related information, exempting them from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act. Overall, the legislation aims to improve school safety and preparedness in Michigan.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (H-2): 380.1308
Substitute (H-3): 380.1308
House Introduced Bill: 380.1308
As Passed by the House: 380.1308