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Alyssa’s Law by state
Last reviewed: June 2026 — Alyssa’s Law moves fast. Always confirm the current status and specifics for your state.
Alyssa’s Law requires schools to put in place silent panic alarms that call law enforcement directly, with a location. It passes one state at a time — here’s where it stands, newest first to oldest.
States that have passed Alyssa’s Law
As of 2026, 13 states have enacted a version of Alyssa’s Law:
2019 — New Jersey (first in the nation)
2020 — Florida
2022 — New York
2023 — Texas
2023 — Tennessee
2024 — Utah
2024 — Oklahoma
2024 — Louisiana
2025 — Georgia (enacted as “Ricky and Alyssa’s Law”)
2025 — Washington
2025 — Oregon
2026 — Virginia
2026 — West Virginia
The exact wording differs from state to state — some mandate panic alarms outright, others require districts to consider or phase them in, and deadlines vary. Confirm the specifics for your state before acting.
Georgia: “Ricky and Alyssa’s Law”
Georgia’s 2025 law (Senate Bill 268) is named for Coach Richard “Ricky” Aspinwall and Alyssa Alhadeff. It goes beyond panic alarms: alongside mobile panic alert systems linked to law enforcement, it requires school mapping data and behavioral threat-assessment teams. Georgia schools are expected to meet the standards by July 1, 2026.
States with bills pending
Beyond those that have passed, roughly 18 more states have introduced or are advancing Alyssa’s Law bills, and that number keeps changing. Because pending legislation moves week to week, the official tracker below is the place to check your state’s current status.
Is there a federal Alyssa’s Law?
Not yet. The ALYSSA Act has been introduced in Congress to set a national standard for silent panic alarms in schools, but it has not been enacted. For now, requirements are set state by state.
Confirm your state
This page is a starting point, not the authority — your state is. Requirements, deadlines, funding and even whether a bill has become law can change quickly. Check the campaign’s official tracker and your state’s Department of Education before you rely on anything here.
Where Share911 fits
Whatever your state requires, the core idea is the same: a silent alert, straight to law enforcement, with a location. That’s the floor — and Share911 does exactly that. It also goes further, getting the alert and live updates to everyone on campus at the same moment, so staff aren’t waiting to find out what’s happening. It supports your emergency response; it doesn’t replace it.
Common questions
How many states have passed Alyssa’s Law?
Thirteen, as of 2026 — beginning with New Jersey in 2019 and most recently Virginia and West Virginia. Around 18 more have bills pending.
Which state passed Alyssa’s Law first?
New Jersey, in 2019. It was named for Alyssa Alhadeff, a 14-year-old killed in the 2018 Parkland shooting.
What is “Ricky and Alyssa’s Law”?
It’s Georgia’s 2025 version (SB 268), which pairs Alyssa’s Law panic alerts with school mapping and threat-assessment requirements. It’s named for Coach Richard Aspinwall and Alyssa Alhadeff.
When does Alyssa’s Law take effect in my state?
It depends on the state — each sets its own deadlines, and some phase requirements in over time. Check your state’s Department of Education and the official tracker.
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