Alyssa’s Act of 2025
Summary
Alyssa's Act of 2025 aims to improve school safety by amending the Homeland Security Act of 2002. It focuses on expanding the Federal Clearinghouse on School Safety Evidence-Based Practices. The Act also emphasizes the development and implementation of panic alarm technology and emergency response maps.
Expected Effects
The Act will likely lead to enhanced school safety measures through better resource allocation and improved emergency response protocols. It mandates the creation of a National School Safety Data Center. This data center will collect and disseminate information related to school safety.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced school safety through evidence-based practices.
- Improved emergency response times with panic alarm technology.
- Better data collection and analysis on school safety incidents.
- Standardized emergency response maps for faster and more effective responses.
- Increased collaboration between federal, state, and local agencies.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential costs associated with implementing new technologies and training programs.
- Possible privacy concerns related to data collection and sharing.
- Risk of bureaucratic inefficiencies in managing the Clearinghouse and Data Center.
- Potential for unfunded mandates on state and local educational agencies.
- The effectiveness of the Act depends on proper implementation and adherence to guidelines.
Constitutional Alignment
The Act aligns with the Constitution's general welfare clause (Preamble) by aiming to ensure domestic tranquility and provide for the common defense through enhanced school safety. It does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights, such as those protected by the First, Second, or Fourth Amendments, as it focuses on providing resources and improving emergency response rather than restricting liberties. The Tenth Amendment reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states, and this Act could be seen as encouraging, rather than mandating, specific actions by states and local entities.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).