S.B. No. 1177 amends the Government Code to enhance fire safety inspections at public and private schools, including open-enrollment charter schools. The bill introduces new requirements for the training curriculum for fire protection personnel, mandating that it includes training on conducting fire safety inspections specifically at schools. Additionally, it establishes that fire safety inspections must include an examination of each automated external defibrillator (AED) on the school campus to ensure they are functional, with checks on the expiration of pads and batteries, as well as the status indicator light.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the responsibilities of individuals conducting these inspections, requiring them to provide a written report of their findings to the appropriate school officials, such as the principal or superintendent for public schools, and the director for private schools. The report must also document the method and timing of its delivery. Lastly, the bill mandates that these reports be filed at the respective school campus and organized by the year of the inspection. The provisions of this act will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 419.029, Government Code 419.909 (Government Code 419)
Senate Committee Report: Government Code 419.029, Government Code 419.909 (Government Code 419)
Engrossed: Government Code 419.029, Government Code 419.909 (Government Code 419)
House Committee Report: Government Code 419.029, Government Code 419.909 (Government Code 419)
Enrolled: Government Code 419.029, Government Code 419.909 (Government Code 419)