Rep. John Marsi

Maddy summaryHD 69 requires Massachusetts public schools to install silent panic alarms that immediately alert law enforcement during life-threatening emergencies - like active shooters or intruders - without making noise inside the building. The alarms must link directly to local police and activate an emergency light upon use. Schools must have at least one such device per building, subject to funding, and the law shields public employers from liability for injuries related to implementing this requirement. This bill directly affects public schools and law enforcement response protocols.

By Representatives Blais of Deerfield and Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by proposal for constitutional amendment, House, No. 71) of Natalie M. Blais, Hannah Kane and others for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to agricultural and horticultural lands. Revenue.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Workforce Preparation Robotics grant program to fund robotics and STEM activities in public and charter schools. It provides specific grant amounts based on school level (elementary/middle/high), whether a school has an existing robotics program, and the competition type (e.g., FIRST, VEX, Science Olympiad), with higher funding for schools without established programs. Schools in Cape Cod and Western Massachusetts receive priority, and applicants must commit to registering with approved robotics organizations. Grants are awarded annually based on available funding, with applications due by June 1st for the following academic year.