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Strengthening School Safety: Violence Prevention and Threat Assessment

This act aims to enhance school safety by expanding the National Threat Assessment Center's activities. This means more training for educators and law enforcement, improved methods for identifying potential threats, and better coordination to prevent violence before it occurs. The goal is to protect students and school staff.
Key points
Expansion of a national program for targeted school violence prevention, including training for schools and agencies.
Increased support for schools in identifying and assessing individuals who may pose a threat.
Collaboration between federal, local agencies, and schools for information sharing and best practices.
Prohibition of funds for firearms training.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1229
Sponsor: Rep. Deutch, Theodore E. [D-FL-22]
Process start date: 2021-02-23