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Int 0843-2026IntroductionIn CommitteePending 63d

Create Public Alert System for School Emergencies

In committee as of Jun 17, 2026Under review by an assigned committee.

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✦ Plain-Language Summary

This bill would require NYC to set up an alert system that notifies the public when emergencies happen at schools that need police response. Parents and community members would receive notifications about these school safety incidents as they occur.

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Details

Introduced
Apr 16, 2026
Body
Committee on Public Safety
Type
Introduction
Status
Laid Over in Committee

Sponsors (1)

Introduced byAlthea V. Stevens (D16)

Official Description

The bill would require the City to establish an alert system to notify the public of emergencies that require law enforcement at schools.

Legislative History

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