school safety; employee certification; policies

HB 2022 establishes Arizona's "Save Our Children School Safety Program" to enhance school safety through employee training and emergency preparedness. It creates a dedicated fund to reimburse eligible K-12 schools and employees for certified safety training, safety equipment (like medical kits), and firearm carry authorization costs, with reimbursement on a first-come basis. Schools may authorize certified employees to carry firearms on campus if they notify law enforcement, ensure staff certification, and maintain confidentiality of participant information (including names and schedules). The program requires biennial reports tracking certified staff, firearm-carrying employees, fund balances, and program feedback, with immunity provided to certified staff acting in good faith during active threats.