The bill, known as Alyssa's Law, establishes a pilot grant program aimed at enhancing safety in public and chartered nonpublic schools by providing funding for the purchase of panic alert systems and artificial intelligence firearm detection software. The Department of Public Safety will distribute grants starting January 1, 2026, with a total appropriation of $25 million from the General Revenue Fund. The program will require participating schools to meet specific criteria, including the absence of an existing security system and compliance with technical standards for the panic alert systems and firearm detection software.

Additionally, the bill outlines the responsibilities of grant recipients, which include providing training for staff on the use of the panic alert devices and ensuring that security data is accessible to local law enforcement. The Department is also tasked with developing an application process and criteria for grant approval, ensuring equitable distribution of funds across various school types and demographics. A report detailing the program's findings and outcomes is to be submitted to the Governor and the General Assembly by December 1, 2027.