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School Safety Reports: Government Actions to Protect Children.

This act requires the President to submit a report to Congress on executive agency actions to improve security in public elementary and secondary schools. The goal is to enhance child protection through infrastructure upgrades and increased law enforcement presence, potentially impacting students' and parents' sense of safety.
Key points
The government will report on physical security improvements in schools, including monitoring, alarms, and visitor management systems.
The report will also include information on increasing the number of school resource officers and other law enforcement agencies in schools.
The aim is to provide transparency to parents and local communities regarding efforts to ensure children's safety in educational institutions.
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Print number: 117_HR_7956
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1]
Process start date: 2022-06-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PROTECTS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7956.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-06-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government will report on physical security improvements in schools, including monitoring, alarms, and visitor management systems.
  • The report will also include information on increasing the number of school resource officers and other law enforcement agencies in schools.
  • The aim is to provide transparency to parents and local communities regarding efforts to ensure children's safety in educational institutions.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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Education Security