SB658 Authorizing the department of education to establish a safe and resilient schools advisory council.
Authorizing the department of education to establish a safe and resilient schools advisory council.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Advisory council would have had minimal costs.
Your Community
School safety is a critical concern; an advisory council could help develop comprehensive safety strategies.
Your Freedom
Advisory body with no regulatory power over individuals.
Status
Refer to Interim Study, Motion Adopted, Voice Vote; 03/12/2026; Senate Journal 6
Sponsor
David Watters (D)
The Short Version
Would have created an advisory council on school safety and resilience within the Department of Education. Referred to interim study, delaying a proactive approach to school safety.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Students
- ▲ Parents
- ▲ School staff
- ▲ Communities concerned about school safety
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Minimal administrative costs
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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