From July 13, 2022 post
Today, Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01), released the following statement after helping pass the Active Shooter Alert Act to quickly warn communities of a nearby active shooter:
"We must do more to protect our communities from senseless gun violence and ensure our law enforcement officers are equipped with the tools they need to keep the public safe. This bill will notify communities of a nearby active shooter, create more training and support for law enforcement officials to respond to an active shooter, and help save lives. I remain committed to protecting Granite Staters from gun violence and supporting law enforcement officers."
The bill would establish a program similar to the AMBER Alert system, allowing law enforcement to effectively and efficiently alert the public during a shooting. It would also create an Active Shooter Alert Coordinator at the U.S. Department of Justice that would offer state and local law enforcement officials voluntary access to training, technical support, and advice for improving or implementing active shooter alert systems
The Active Shooter Alert Act has the support of major law enforcement organizations, including the National Sherriff's Association, Major Cities Chiefs Associations, National Association of Police Organizations, Fraternal Order of Police, National Police Foundation, and National District Attorneys Association.
Original source can be found here.
