MS HB757

State Department of Education must develop and implement a statewide mobile panic button app program in all K-12 public schools within 120 days of the bill's effective date.

Department must secure a statewide contract with a technology provider, with the Department of Information Technology or Mississippi Emergency Management Agency potentially designated to administer if capable, otherwise using state procurement procedures.

State assumes all implementation costs using legislatively appropriated funds.

Technology must be a mobile app with 911 integration capabilities including voice calls, text/email notifications, geo-fencing, real-time floor plans and building information delivery to 911 dispatchers, and event categories for active assailant, medical emergency, police, fire, and other 911 calls.

System must be certified by the United States Department of Homeland Security Safety Act.