MI SB0098Michigan Senate Bill 98 (SB0098) allows child care centers to install temporary door locking devices or systems to enhance security. This amendment to the Child Care Organizations Act (1973 PA 116) adds section 3m, permitting such installations in accordance with section 4i of the Stille-DeRossett-Hale Single State Construction Code Act (1972 PA 230, MCL 125.1504i). The bill is linked with SB0096 and SB0097, which address related construction and fire safety code updates.
Supporters of SB0098 argue that the bill enhances the safety of children in care facilities by allowing the installation of temporary locking devices, providing an additional layer of security during emergencies. The bill received unanimous support in both the Senate (36-0) and the House (105-0), indicating broad bipartisan approval.
Critics of SB0098 express concerns that the use of temporary locking devices could potentially hinder emergency evacuations, such as during fires, by making it more difficult for children and staff to exit the building quickly. They emphasize the importance of balancing security measures with the need for swift evacuation in emergencies.
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