This bill amends current law to allow the Department of Education to allocate funds for the creation of a database of maps of public schools specifically for emergency use cases. The new legal language inserted into RSA 198:15-y, III includes a subparagraph (h) that emphasizes enhancing public school emergency readiness through the implementation of critical incident mapping technology. This technology aims to provide emergency response personnel and internal teams with a unified understanding of site-specific nomenclature and characteristics related to the school’s infrastructure and grounds.

The bill does not include any deletions from current law but introduces a new framework for improving emergency preparedness in public schools. It is designed to ensure that in the event of an emergency, responders have access to accurate and detailed maps that can facilitate effective and coordinated responses. The act is set to take effect immediately upon its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 198:15-y
HB1503 text: 198:15-y