Lori Alhadeff

What is Alyssa's Law?

Alyssa’s Law is a school safety initiative focused on improving emergency response through discreet staff alerts and coordinated communication between schools and first responders. Named in honor of Alyssa Alhadeff, who was killed in the 2018 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, the law reflects her parents Lori and Ilan Alhadeff's dedication to advancing school safety and honoring their daughter’s memory.

Focuses on three core outcomes advocates believe could make the difference during school emergencies:

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Rapid Alerting and Response
Reduce confusion by sharing critical information sooner.

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Clear, Coordinated Communication
Align responders through shared, real-time communication.

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Improved Incident Outcomes
Support informed decisions during emergency response.

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Standard Alyssa’s Law Requirements

While requirements vary by state, Alyssa’s Law legislation generally centers on three core capabilities. 

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Panic Button Solutions

Must be able to silently and discreetly activate the panic button.

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Notify Law Enforcement

Panic activations must notify law enforcement officials directly.

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Notify Staff and Students

Panic activations must activate emergency communication systems.

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Alyssa’s Law School Safety Across the Nation

Hover over your state to explore Alyssa’s Law updates as of 2026, and click to view state-specific requirements and resources.

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Related Federal Legislation

ALYSSA Act

The ALYSSA Act (Alyssa’s Legacy Youth in Schools Safety Alert Act) has been reintroduced multiple times at the federal level, most recently in February 2025. The bill would require local educational agencies receiving federal K-12 education funding to ensure schools are equipped with silent panic alert technology.

As of 2026, the ALYSSA Act has been referred to the U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce and remains under consideration. While it has not yet advanced beyond committee, its reintroduction signals continued federal interest in establishing baseline school safety alerting requirements nationwide.

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Safer Schools Act of 2025

The Safer Schools Act of 2025 (H.R. 6683) was introduced in December 2025. This bill would establish a federal grant program to encourage schools to conduct independent facility security risk assessments and make physical security improvements, with priority for schools that have experienced serious safety events. It has been referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce and the House Committee on the Judiciary and remains under consideration in the 119th Congress.

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Related Federal Legislation

ALYSSA Act

ALYSSA Act

The ALYSSA Act (Alyssa’s Legacy Youth in Schools Safety Alert Act) was most recently reintroduced in February 2025 and would require federally funded K-12 schools to be equipped with silent panic alert technology. As of 2026, the bill remains under consideration in the U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce, signaling continued federal interest in national school safety alerting standards.

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Safer Schools Act of 2025

The Safer Schools Act of 2025 (H.R. 6683) was introduced in December 2025. This bill would establish a federal grant program to encourage schools to conduct independent facility security risk assessments and make physical security improvements, with priority for schools that have experienced serious safety events. It has been referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce and the House Committee on the Judiciary and remains under consideration in the 119th Congress.

Full 911Cellular Safety Platform for K-12 School Safety

An Alyssa’s Law Compliant School Safety Platform

Integrated panic alerts, incident management, and mass communication– like the 911Cellular Safety Platform, ranked #1 by the Florida Department of Education Selection Committee– help schools reduce delays, coordinate responses, and keep students and staff safer.
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Multiple Panic Buttons

Go beyond standard requirements with discreet hardware and software solutions that staff and students can use anywhere to request help.

Communication

Streamlined Communication

Rapidly notify staff, students, local safety forces, parents, and guardians during an emergency through the channels they use most.

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All-in-One Management

With 911Cellular Hub, receive alerts and manage incidents, devices, and reporting– all from one place– easily. 

Future-Ready Network

Future-Ready Network

Powered by WiFi, BLE beacons, and LoRaWan, allowing schools to leverage their existing networks now and strengthen or expand as school safety needs evolve.

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Need Help Funding Your Safety Improvements?

Explore existing federal funding opportunities that support school safety initiatives, including panic alert technology and emergency response infrastructure. Some of the initiatives include:

COPS Office SVPP COPS Office School Violence Prevention Program

The COPS Office School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) provides funding to support evidence-based school safety measures, including emergency alerting, communication systems, and access control.

 

Federal Grants Federal Grant Finder Tool

The Federal Grant Finder Tool is a trove of online tools that help school leaders identify relevant federal grant opportunities across agencies.

Education Safety Grants Education-Related Safety Grants

Education-Related Safety Grants through various U.S. Department of Education and interagency programs include safety-focused funding categories that districts may use to support emergency preparedness and response initiatives.

 

Alyssa’s Law Compliant Safety Solutions

While panic alert systems can be deployed in many ways, Alyssa’s Law ultimately points toward a more integrated safety approach– one that reduces reliance on manual steps during high-stress moments. The 911Cellular Safety Platform brings panic alerting, incident management, and communication into a single system, helping schools reduce friction between recognizing a threat, requesting help, notifying others, and tracking an incident through resolution.

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A discreet, wearable option for calling for help.

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911Cellular Alert Mobile+

A mobile safety app with a paired wearable Bluetooth panic button for discreet alert activation.

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911Cellular Notify

Deliver timely emergency notifications to your entire organization or targeted groups.

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911Cellular Spark

Alert relay device that integrates with existing building systems to initiate configured lockdown actions upon panic activation.

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911Cellular Hub

A centralized hub that brings alerts, incident management, and communication into one place for coordinated response.

Explore the Latest Alyssa’s Law News

Feb 27, 2026

School Safety Before and After the Bell: Keeping Students Safe Beyond the Classroom

On February 16, 2026, a high school hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, turned into a scene of...

Feb 17, 2026

Alyssa’s Act of 2025: A Renewed Push for Federal School Safety Standards

Alyssa’s Act of 2025: A Renewed Push for Federal School Safety Standards Alyssa’s Act has returned...

Jun 24, 2025

Utah Schools Seek Affordable Ways to Meet New Safety Standards

Utah’s House Bill 84, also known as Alyssa’s Law, sets higher expectations for how schools protect...

Jun 13, 2025

Oregon Passes Alyssa’s Law: What It Means for School Safety, and Why Panic Buttons Matter

On May 28, 2025, Oregon officially joined a growing list of states prioritizing student safety by...

Jun 03, 2025

Washington Becomes 9th State to Enact Alyssa’s Law, Requiring School Safety Technology Upgrades

With the stroke of a pen, May 19, 2025, saw Washington officially become the ninth state to adopt...

May 02, 2025

Georgia Signs “Ricky and Alyssa’s Law”: What It Means for School Safety

On April 28th, 2025, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed Senate Bill 268, known as “Ricky and...