What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is HR 5497.
Improving the Active Shooter Alert System
This act aims to enhance the national active shooter alert system, ensuring citizens receive critical threat information more quickly. It establishes an Active Shooter Alert Coordinator to address system gaps and foster collaboration with local authorities. This will lead to more efficient and precise threat information dissemination during crises, potentially increasing public safety.
Key points
Establishment of an Active Shooter Alert Coordinator within the Department of Homeland Security to oversee system improvements.
The Coordinator will work to eliminate gaps in the alert system, including those related to interstate travel of active shooters.
Encouraging states and localities to develop their own active shooter response plans and apply for grants to improve alert systems.
Enhancing reporting on system effectiveness, including the number of alerts sent and progress in geolocation capabilities.
Status:
Expired
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