Committee advances bill authorizing temporary door-locking devices for active threats

Feb 23, 2026

The Public Safety Committee advanced a bill allowing limited use of temporary door-locking devices during active-threats or drills, with training, oversight and fire-safety safeguards; the measure moves to Senate Rules after a 1–no recorded objection.

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The Public Safety Committee on Thursday advanced legislation to authorize limited use of temporary door-locking devices in public buildings during active-threat situations and drills, proponents said.

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