An Act relative to school safety issues

This bill (S 450) creates a new "school safety resource officer" position within the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The officer would provide schools with safety information and evaluate school safety plans. It directly affects all public schools in Massachusetts by establishing a dedicated state resource to support their safety planning efforts. The key mechanism is the commissioner designating an individual to serve in this role, offering guidance and reviewing safety measures. The bill does not fund new programs or change existing safety requirements.