An act relating to school safety

This bill establishes a statewide framework for behavioral threat assessment teams in Vermont schools to evaluate and respond to potential threats of violence while prioritizing student support over punishment. It requires schools to develop policies that minimize interactions with the criminal justice system and ensures that any disciplinary actions follow existing legal protections for students with disabilities. The legislation mandates annual training for team members on bias reduction, civil rights, and trauma-informed practices, and requires schools to collect and report detailed data on assessments and outcomes to monitor implementation. Additionally, the bill updates existing school safety drill requirements to include age-appropriate options-based drills with prior notification to parents and guardians.