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Texas Senate Bill SB2467

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB2467

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Out of House Committee
 
Voted on by House
 
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Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to a study by the Texas School Safety Center on public school emergency response maps.

Impact

The implementation of SB2467 is expected to impact the Education Code significantly, specifically in relation to school safety measures. By requiring schools to develop and submit detailed maps of their facilities, the bill promotes a standardized approach to school safety. This could potentially lead to more effective and efficient emergency responses, as first responders will have clear and accessible information regarding school layouts and entry points during critical incidents.

Summary

SB2467 is an act that mandates a study by the Texas School Safety Center regarding public school emergency response maps. This bill seeks to enhance the safety protocols within Texas schools by ensuring that each district and open-enrollment charter school provides accurate maps of their campuses to relevant emergency services. These maps will include access control and exterior door numbering, which is critical for emergency response efforts. The study aims to analyze the complexity and consistency of the maps provided and to recommend improvements for standardization.

Contention

Notably, there may be some contention around the logistics of implementing these mapping requirements, particularly regarding the costs associated with creating such maps. The bill outlines that the Texas School Safety Center must analyze these costs as part of the study. Stakeholders, including educators and law enforcement, may have differing opinions on the feasibility and practicality of this initiative, especially concerning the financial and time resources required from school districts to comply with these new regulations. Additionally, the complexity of standardizing emergency response maps across various districts could pose challenges to effective implementation.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Education Code

  • Chapter 37. Discipline; Law And Order
    • Section: 117
    • Section: New Section

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SB11

Relating to measures for ensuring safety and security in public schools, including measures related to the health and safety of public school students and active shooter training for certain peace officers.

TX HB13

Relating to training, preparedness, and funding for school safety and emergencies in public schools.

TX HB3

Relating to measures for ensuring public school safety, including the development and implementation of purchases relating to and funding for public school safety and security requirements and the provision of safety-related resources.

TX HB2032

Relating to a requirement that school districts and open-enrollment charter schools provide emergency response mapping data to local law enforcement agencies.

TX SB866

Relating to a requirement that school districts and open-enrollment charter schools provide emergency response mapping data to local law enforcement agencies.

TX HB2009

Relating to measures for school safety in public schools.

TX SB2520

Relating to measures for ensuring safety and security in public schools.

TX HB5284

Relating to emergency response protocols and safety and security audits developed by the Texas School Safety Center and Health and Human Services Commission for day-care centers.

TX SB355

Relating to authorizing the Texas School Safety Center to conduct random safety and security audits of public schools; authorizing a civil penalty.

TX HB195

Relating to provisions and plans by public schools to ensure the safety of individuals with disabilities or impairments during a mandatory school drill or a disaster or emergency situation.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.