This bill amends the Revised School Code to enhance the emergency operations planning requirements for school districts, intermediate school districts, and public school academies in Michigan. Starting in the 2019-2020 school year, these entities are required to conduct a review of their emergency operations plans in collaboration with local law enforcement at least biennially. The bill mandates the development of comprehensive emergency operations plans that address various potential emergencies, including school violence, bomb threats, and weather-related incidents. New provisions include guidelines for training teachers on mental health and safety, improving school building security, and establishing protocols for the use of wireless communication devices during emergencies.

Additionally, the bill specifies that school districts must notify the state department of their completed emergency operations plan reviews and adoptions within 30 days. It also establishes confidentiality for the emergency operations plans and related information, exempting them from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act. The bill introduces new definitions for "school building" and "wireless communications device," ensuring clarity in the context of emergency planning. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of House Bill No. 4141.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 380.1308