Alyssa’s Law and NocTel Now

Alyssa’s Law isn’t just about compliance, it’s a promise to teachers, students, and parents. Named after Alyssa Alhadeff, one of the victims of the Parkland school shooting, Alyssa’s Law requires schools to install silent panic alarms that notify law enforcement directly during emergencies. The goal is simple: reduce response times, save lives, and protect students and staff.

Key Provisions of Alyssa's Law

  • Silent Panic Alarms: The law requires that these alarms be installed in schools to provide a direct and discreet line of communication with local law enforcement during emergencies.

  • Direct Notification: Upon activation, the panic alarms must immediately alert law enforcement agencies, ensuring that first responders can arrive on the scene as quickly as possible.

Implementation Across States

Alyssa's Law has been enacted in several states, each tailoring the legislation to meet their specific needs:

  • New Jersey: Passed on February 6, 2019, making it the first state to adopt the law.

  • Florida: Enacted on June 30, 2020, following the Parkland tragedy.

  • New York: Implemented on June 23, 2022, to enhance school safety measures.

  • Texas: Adopted in May 2023, expanding the law's reach.

  • Tennessee: Enacted in May 2023, furthering the commitment to school safety.

  • Utah: Passed in May 2024, becoming the sixth state to implement the law.

  • Washington: Implementation, Washington State house has begun discussions as of December 2024

Efforts are ongoing to introduce and pass Alyssa's Law in additional states, reflecting a growing recognition of the importance of rapid law enforcement response in school emergencies.

Federal Initiatives

Beyond state-level adoption, there have been moves to implement Alyssa's Law at the federal level. The ALYSSA Act (H.R.3661) was introduced in Congress to mandate the installation of silent panic alarms in all public schools nationwide and to reauthorize a program to train school resource officers.

The Importance of Alyssa's Law

The enactment of Alyssa's Law underscores a commitment to student and staff safety by ensuring that schools are equipped with the necessary tools to respond swiftly and effectively to emergencies. By facilitating direct communication with law enforcement, the law aims to mitigate the impact of life-threatening situations in educational settings.

For more detailed information on Alyssa's Law and its implementation across various states, you can visit the official Make Our Schools Safe website.

NocTel Now and Alyssa’s Law: More Than Compliance

NocTel Now is designed to ensure every alert gets through, no matter the circumstances.

  • 900MHz Technology: Signals penetrate walls, cover entire campuses, and reach up to 1 mile outdoors—no WiFi congestion, no dropped connections.

  • Silent Panic Alerts: A press of a button sends a direct, discreet notification to law enforcement without adding to the chaos.

  • Real-Time Oversight: Administrators can track alerts and device status instantly through the NocTel Now Portal.

Let’s see if NocTel Now is right for your school.

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