The bill focuses on education finance by providing grants to schools for law enforcement emergency entry devices. It cancels any unobligated funds remaining from the 2018 school safety grants, effective the day after final enactment. The bill appropriates funds from the general fund to the Department of Education specifically for law enforcement emergency entry devices, which are defined as secure master key boxes that allow emergency access by law enforcement to school buildings.
Eligible applicants for these grants include special or independent school districts, charter schools, and cooperative units serving students. Each eligible applicant can apply for a grant of up to $1,000 per school building, with provisions for a lottery system if demand exceeds available funds. Additionally, recipients must update their school safety plans to include information about the entry devices, and up to five percent of the appropriation may be used for administrative costs. This appropriation is designated as a one-time funding source and will remain available until June 30, 2026.