An Act to allow temporary door-locking devices in public buildings

HD 358 allows public buildings, including schools, to use temporary door-locking devices under new regulations. The bill requires the executive office of public safety to create rules covering when and where these devices can be used, ensuring they don’t interfere with fire safety or emergency exits. Key requirements include building safety plan integration, staff training, annual inspections, and compliance with fire safety standards. The devices must be removable without keys from the inside, not permanently alter doors, and not block fire-rated doors.