HB 26-1264

HB 26-1264, also known as the Safety Program for Students and Others at Public Schools, requires Colorado public schools to inform staff, students, and parents about a program called safe2tell, which allows anonymous reporting of safety concerns. The bill also mandates that school districts develop policies on handling safety reports and includes creating guidelines for firearm storage and online safety. Once signed into law, schools must annually distribute information about these safety measures to families. This bill aims to enhance the overall safety environment in Colorado's public schools by providing clear protocols and resources.

Official Summary

The bill requires public schools to provide information to staff, students, and parents or guardians about the safe2tell program. School districts and charter schools are required to create written policy regarding safety reports and other policies related to student safety.The department of public safety is required to create a model message relating to the safe storage of firearms, preventing youth access to firearms, cybersecurity, and online safety. A school district shall annually distribute the model message to families.(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)

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