S.B. No. 57 aims to enhance the safety of individuals with disabilities or impairments in public schools during mandatory drills and emergency situations. The bill amends Section 37.108 of the Education Code to require school districts to include specific provisions in their multihazard emergency operations plans. These provisions must ensure equal access to safety for students and personnel with disabilities, based on recommendations and guidelines established by the commissioner under the newly added Section 37.1086. The bill also emphasizes the importance of psychological safety and mandates training for school personnel on trauma-informed care and suicide prevention.

Additionally, the bill modifies the composition and responsibilities of the school safety and security committee, ensuring it includes representatives knowledgeable about the needs of students with disabilities. The committee is tasked with developing and implementing emergency plans that reflect the specific needs of these students and must meet regularly to provide recommendations for updating the district's emergency operations plan. The commissioner of education is required to adopt rules for the recommendations and guidelines by June 1, 2026, to ensure compliance with the new provisions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 37.108, Education Code 37.1086 (Education Code 37)
Senate Committee Report: Education Code 37.108, Education Code 37.1086 (Education Code 37)
Engrossed: Education Code 37.108, Education Code 37.1086 (Education Code 37)
House Committee Report: Education Code 37.108, Education Code 37.1086 (Education Code 37)
Enrolled: Education Code 37.108, Education Code 37.1086 (Education Code 37)