A bill for an act authorizing the use of revenues from the district management levy to pay costs related to school safety and security and including applicability provisions.

HF 1009 authorizes school districts to use revenues from their existing district management levy for school safety and security purposes. This bill directly affects school districts by expanding the allowable uses for these funds. Specifically, the funds can be used to pay for school safety and security infrastructure, such as weapons detection and door monitoring systems. Additionally, the levy can cover costs for employing or retaining various security personnel, including school resource officers, private security with weapon permits, reserve or peace officers, and individuals with at least two years of law enforcement or security experience. This Act applies to school budget years beginning on or after July 1, 2025.