Bill Overview
Title: PREP for All Students Act of 2022
Description: 2022 This bill establishes the Council on Emergency Response Protocols. The council must, among other duties, provide guidelines for states, early child care and education settings, local educational agencies, and institutions of higher education to use in developing and implementing emergency response protocols (e.g., gun violence response and prevention protocols, natural disaster preparedness procedures, and fire drills) that are inclusive and accessible.
Sponsors: Rep. Wild, Susan [D-PA-7]
Target Audience
Population: Students in educational institutions around the world
Estimated Size: 74000000
- The bill establishes a council to provide guidelines for emergency response protocols in various educational settings.
- The institutions involved include early child care, K-12 schools, and higher education institutions.
- Emergency preparedness impacts all students attending these institutions.
- The bill explicitly mentions inclusivity and accessibility, indicating a broad target across different demographics and abilities.
Reasoning
- The PREP for All Students Act aims to enhance emergency response protocols across educational settings, making them inclusive and accessible to all students.
- Considering the budget limits, the policy will gradually be implemented across states, prioritizing areas with higher vulnerability or lower existing resources.
- A variety of individuals from different educational settings are included in this simulation to cover potential impacts from the policy.
- The policy is expected to benefit students and staff in educational institutions, particularly in terms of their sense of safety and preparedness for emergencies.
- In terms of Cantril wellbeing scores, the policy might have a greater impact on individuals in vulnerable settings or those with previous negative experiences related to emergency situations.
Simulated Interviews
High School Student (Los Angeles, CA)
Age: 16 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 4
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- My school has not had proper drill protocols, causing some anxiety when thinking about emergencies. The new guidelines could make us feel safer and more prepared.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 4 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
Graduate Student (Boston, MA)
Age: 25 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The university already has some measures in place, but the policy might improve accessibility and inclusivity in these procedures.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Elementary School Teacher (Houston, TX)
Age: 45 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Implementing inclusive protocols could greatly enhance our students' safety and my confidence in handling emergencies.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 5 |
College Administrator (Chicago, IL)
Age: 30 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 8.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The new council's guidelines could help standardize and bring our current protocols to a higher level, particularly benefiting underrepresented students.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Parent of K-12 Students (New York, NY)
Age: 50 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 20/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm grateful for anything that enhances my children's safety at school, though it will take time to see full effects.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 5 |
College Student (Seattle, WA)
Age: 22 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The guidelines should bolster ongoing safety initiatives, ensuring they consider diverse needs and disabilities.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Early Childhood Educator (Miami, FL)
Age: 28 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 4
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Having better guidelines tailored for small centers like ours will significantly improve our management of emergencies.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 4 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 4 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 4 |
State Education Official (Phoenix, AZ)
Age: 38 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The policy offers a chance to address state-wide disparities in emergency protocols, given adequate support and time.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Retired Teacher (Rural Iowa)
Age: 62 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 18/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Although retired, I see the necessity for clear, inclusive safety protocols that reflect current societal needs.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Student Disability Advocate (Denver, CO)
Age: 29 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The focus on inclusivity means the new protocols might finally address issues often overlooked for students with disabilities.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 5 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $75000000 (Low: $60000000, High: $90000000)
Year 2: $78000000 (Low: $62000000, High: $94000000)
Year 3: $81000000 (Low: $65000000, High: $97000000)
Year 5: $87000000 (Low: $70000000, High: $104000000)
Year 10: $96000000 (Low: $77000000, High: $115000000)
Year 100: $250000000 (Low: $200000000, High: $300000000)
Key Considerations
- The council aims to improve safety through better emergency preparedness, which can have crucial societal benefits beyond economic measures.
- The focus on inclusivity and accessibility may require specialized efforts and collaboration with disability advocates, increasing initial operational rigor.
- Success in establishing effective emergency protocols could indirectly result in reduced emergency response costs in schools, but attributing these savings directly to the council is complex.