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Schools Must Notify Parents About Threats and Emergencies

New rules require schools to quickly inform parents about serious incidents or threats on school grounds or during activities. This aims to improve student safety and parental awareness.
Key points
Public schools must create procedures for timely notification to parents about serious events (e.g., violence, fire, natural disaster) or threats of such events.
Notifications to parents cannot include personally identifiable information about an individual student.
Schools must have a plan to address risks associated with these events.
Parents, students, and school staff will receive annual notice about the notification procedures.
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Print number: 117_HR_7491
Sponsor: Rep. Crist, Charlie [D-FL-13]
Process start date: 2022-04-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Parents Need to Know Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7491.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-04-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Public schools must create procedures for timely notification to parents about serious events (e.g., violence, fire, natural disaster) or threats of such events.
  • Notifications to parents cannot include personally identifiable information about an individual student.
  • Schools must have a plan to address risks associated with these events.
  • Parents, students, and school staff will receive annual notice about the notification procedures.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Crist, Charlie [D-FL-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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