West VirginiaSchool Safety Standards

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West Virginia Passes Alyssa’s Law: HB 4798

Introduced in January 2026 and passed in April 2026, HB 4798, also known as Alyssa’s Law, requires the West Virginia Board of Education in conjunction with the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management to promulgate a rule permitting all public schools in the state to implement a wearable panic alert system device contingent on available funding.

HB 4798 includes the following, including requirments for districts that choose to implement a wearable panic alert system:

• The WV Board of Education and WV Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Management shall establish rules for wearable panic alert systems in public schools. This section shall be known as Alyssa’s Law.
• Each wearable panic alert system shall be capable of integrating with local public safety answering point (PSAP) infrastructure to transmit 9-1-1 calls and mobile activations and initiate a campus-wide lockdown notification.
• Each county board may provide school employees with wearable panic alert devices that allow immediate contact with local emergency response agencies.
• Prior to the first day of school each year, school personnel utilizing wearable panic alert devices shall receive training on the protocols and appropriate use of the devices.
• County boards shall ensure security data within school facilities is accessible to local law enforcement and coordinate appropriate access protocols. Security data includes cameras, maps, and access control.
• The Alyssa Alhadeff School Safety Fund is created within the State Treasury and administered by the WV Department of Homeland Security to support implementation of mobile panic buttons and similar school safety equipment.

Comply with West Virginia HB 3166 and Keep Your Schools Safer

Compliance Deadline: September 1, 2026

West Virginia has taken a significant step forward in creating safer schools with House Bill 3166 (HB 3166). This legislation requires West Virginia school districts to create standardized school safety maps for all public schools. CENTEGIX Safety Blueprint® is the best solution to ensure your district not only meets HB 3166 requirements but also strengthens day-to-day safety.

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HB 3166 Safety Mapping Requirements

HB 3166 requires every district to provide standardized school safety mapping data that meets the following requirements:

• Compatibility: Integrates with public safety software; no extra fees or proprietary systems.
• Formats: Printable, mobile-ready, and viewable in free/open-source software.
• Orientation: Must use true north with x-y grid references.
• Accuracy: Verified through on-site walkthrough.
• Verification: Floor plans overlaid on current aerial imagery.
• Security & Storage: Created, stored, and maintained entirely within the U.S.
• Content: Maps must clearly show building layouts, hazards, utilities, AEDs, trauma kits, parking, and more.
• Distribution: Must be securely shared with WVDE, Homeland Security, and local first responders at no cost.
• Funding: Up to $4,500 per school available through WVDE reimbursement.

Why CENTEGIX is the Best Choice for Compliance

CENTEGIX Safety Blueprint® is built to exceed every requirement of HB 3166 while delivering critical safety benefits:

• Seamless Access: Real-time, secure web interface for schools and first responders.
• Complete Coverage: Interactive maps label 24+ core safety assets, with enhanced options for 70+ assets across safety, IT, and facilities.
• Accuracy Guaranteed: Verified on-site walkthroughs, true north orientation, and x-y grid references for first responder precision.
• Dynamic & Scalable: Update maps instantly, 24/7/365, to reflect changing layouts or new equipment.
• Integrated Response: Supports rapid incident response, reunification, and visitor management.
• Flexible Views: Toggle between aerial imagery and street view for full situational awareness.
• Secure U.S. Hosting: All data created, stored, and maintained entirely within the U.S.

The CENTEGIX Safety Platform: Creating a Culture of Safety

The CENTEGIX Safety Platform® featuring CrisisAlert™ is the foundation of a multi-layered school safety plan, empowering the fastest response to emergencies. Dynamic digital mapping, real-time locating capabilities, and an easy-to-use wearable panic button enable leaders to plan for and respond faster to emergencies, from the everyday to the extreme. The following features of the CENTEGIX Safety Platform make it an effective West Virginia school safety solution:

• Instant notification: First responders are instantly notified of the emergency with precise location information.
• Multiple notifications: Multimodal notifications campus-wide ensure everyone can get to safety.
• Reliable communication: Wi-Fi and cellular connectivity are not required to initiate an alert.
• Ease of adoption: Staff is not required to download or learn to use an app.
• Rapid access to first responders: staff can connect immediately to diverse emergency services.
• Communication in emergencies: first responder agencies can coordinate in real time.

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