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Alyssa’s Law: School safety

In the moments that matter most, a clear and direct line of communication is essential. Alyssa's Law mandates that schools are equipped with panic alarms to ensure a swift response during emergencies.

Alyssa’s Law FAQs

What is Alyssa’s Law?

Alyssa’s Law is a piece of both federal and state legislation that requires K-12 schools to have panic alarm systems in place as a way to enable first responders to get information faster and therefore respond more quickly.

What is the story behind Alyssa’s Law?

Alyssa's Law, a growing movement to enhance school safety across the United States, was born from an unimaginable tragedy: the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. The law is named in honor of Alyssa Alhadeff, a 14-year-old freshman who was one of the 17 victims murdered on February 14, 2018.

How does Motorola Solutions provide technology compliant with Alyssa’s Law?

Motorola Solutions is a leader in public safety and enterprise safety technology. With the history of collaboration between public safety and enterprises, we build technologies that connect those in need with those who can help. We have a variety of panic buttons that comply with Alyssa’s Law regulations.

Alyssa’s Law requirements and compliance

Alyssa’s Law compliance and exact wording can vary from state to state; however, the foundation of Alyssa’s Law requires all public elementary and secondary buildings to be equipped with a panic alarm connected to local law enforcement.

Review recommended next steps for securing panic button alarms for your school:

Do research

No school is built the same. Find out what the best alarm for your school is by exploring the various options.

Plan for funding

We partner with grant funding experts at Gov1.com who can help with securing funding for a school safety project.

Stay updated

Be vigilant on panic alarm mandates for your school to make sure your organization is in compliance with the latest regulations.

Discover the current status regarding Alyssa's Law legislation and funding

Alyssa's Law has been enacted in the following states:

New Jersey (2019)

Florida (2020)

New York (2022)

Texas (2023)

Tennessee (2023)

Utah (2024)

Oklahoma (2024)

Georgia (2025)

Washington (2025)

Oregon (2025)

Alyssa’s Law has been introduced as a bill in the following states:

Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Connecticut, Illinois, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan , Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia

Alyssa’s Law is expected to be a priority in some states as we enter into the 2025-2026 school year.

Funding for Alyssa's Law is determined at the state level, meaning the process and available grants vary significantly from state to state. While some states have established dedicated grant programs for compliance, many others allow districts to use broader school safety appropriations or federal pass-through grants. Our team actively monitors this complex funding landscape. We work closely with school districts to help them identify and align the specific funding opportunities available in their state with their school safety goals.

Alyssa’s Law compliant panic button solutions

Explore panic button technology that directly connects schools with law enforcement for a more streamlined emergency response, while also making sure you are in compliance with Alyssa’s Law regulations.