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CT HB06846

Bill

Status

Passed

6/28/2023

Primary Sponsor

Education Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • The Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection, in consultation with the Department of Education, shall conduct an evaluation of fire drills and crisis response drills and their effects on children's mental health and safety, effective July 1, 2023.

  • The department must review annual reports from local and regional boards of education on school security and safety plans, and analyze whether current drill requirements adequately address security vulnerabilities.

  • The department shall assess how effectively schools conduct crisis response drills according to established protocols and evaluate whether the drills improve children's protection and safety during actual emergencies.

  • The department shall review and analyze how the number and implementation of drills affects children's mental health and well-being.

  • By January 1, 2025, the department must submit a report with findings and legislative recommendations to the joint standing committee of the General Assembly having cognizance of education matters.

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning A Study Of The Effectiveness Of The Implementation Of Crisis Response Drills In Public Schools And Their Effect On Children’s Mental Health.

Last Action

Signed by the Governor

6/28/2023

Committee Referrals

Education3/2/2023

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