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School Safety Bill Moves Forward in Georgia House

Lawmakers Push for Safer Schools

Well, sugar, the Georgia House just passed a big school safety bill. They voted 159-13 to approve it. Folks say itโ€™s all about keeping kids safe. They donโ€™t want another tragedy like what happened at Apalachee High School. That awful shooting took the lives of two teachers and two students. Lawmakers say this bill could help stop that from happeninโ€™ again.

Whatโ€™s in the School Safety Bill?

Now, this bill ainโ€™t just about lockinโ€™ doors and addinโ€™ cameras. Itโ€™s got some big changes for School Safety. One of the biggest? A statewide student database. This thing would track disciplinary records, mental health history, and any run-ins with law enforcement. Supporters say itโ€™ll help identify kids who might be a danger before somethinโ€™ bad happens.

But honey, not everyone is thrilled about that part. Some folks say itโ€™s too much surveillance. They worry it could target certain students unfairly. Representative Gabriel Sanchez, a Democrat from Smyrna, said, โ€œThis erodes trust in our communities.โ€ He ainโ€™t wrong.

More Security, More Rules

The bill adds more than just the database. It makes sure schools move student records faster when kids switch schools. Every school district has to hire at least one person to help coordinate mental health services. Law enforcement must track every threat made at a school. Plus, it creates a statewide anonymous tip line for students.

And get this. The bill says every district must have a threat assessment team. If a student makes a credible threat, they wonโ€™t be allowed in in-person classes anymore.

Gun Safety Tax Breaks Get Support

Now, the House also passed another bill. This one gives tax breaks for gun storage and firearm training. It got a whopping 165-8 vote. But honey, Democrats say that ainโ€™t enough. Some folks want a law that forces parents to lock up their guns.

Representative Michelle Au, a Democrat from Johns Creek, didnโ€™t hold back. She said, โ€œWe must seize every opportunity to learn from our past.โ€ She reminded everyone that the Apalachee shooterโ€™s daddy gave him access to an assault-style rifle. That decision led to four innocent people losing their lives.

What Happens Next?

The bill is headinโ€™ to the Senate now. Over there, theyโ€™re takinโ€™ a different approach. They got their own version of a school safety bill. That one limits how much student data can be shared. It also says some crimes committed by teens should be tried in adult court.

People are payinโ€™ attention to what happens next. Parents want answers. Teachers want protection. Lawmakers are under pressure to get this right. Georgia ainโ€™t seen the last of this debate, sugar.

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