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Senate Education Committee advances bill to fund school-map database for emergencies (4–0)
Summary
The committee voted 'ought to pass' on HB 1503, which would direct the Department of Education to create a database of public-school maps for emergency use; the motion passed 4–0 in committee with one member absent and the bill was placed on consent.
The Senate Education Committee voted to advance House Bill 15-03, a measure requesting that the Department of Education allocate funds to create and maintain a database of public‑school floor plans and maps for emergency response.
Senator Sanchez moved 'ought to pass' and Senator Sullivan seconded. The motion passed in committee with a recorded committee tally of 4–0; committee members noted one absent member. The bill was placed on the committee's consent list.
Sponsors and the Department of Education framed the bill as a public‑safety measure to help first responders and school leaders quickly access building layouts during emergencies; senators who spoke in favor emphasized student safety and operational coordination.
