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Schools Without Police: Mental Health Support Over Arrests

This act aims to redirect federal funds from police presence in schools towards mental health and trauma-informed services. The goal is to improve academic outcomes and create safer learning environments, especially for marginalized students, by reducing arrests and referrals to law enforcement.
Key points
Prohibits federal funds for hiring, maintaining, or training police officers in schools.
Establishes a grant program for schools transitioning away from police, enabling them to hire counselors, psychologists, nurses, social workers, and de-escalation specialists.
Prioritizes schools that have already removed police or serve economically disadvantaged students.
Bans zero-tolerance policies, surveillance equipment (e.g., metal detectors, facial recognition), and arming school personnel.
Requires schools to report on fund usage and changes in student arrests, disaggregated by demographic data.
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Print number: 117_S_2125
Sponsor: Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT]
Process start date: 2021-06-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Counseling Not Criminalization in Schools Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2125.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits federal funds for hiring, maintaining, or training police officers in schools.
  • Establishes a grant program for schools transitioning away from police, enabling them to hire counselors, psychologists, nurses, social workers, and de-escalation specialists.
  • Prioritizes schools that have already removed police or serve economically disadvantaged students.
  • Bans zero-tolerance policies, surveillance equipment (e.g., metal detectors, facial recognition), and arming school personnel.
  • Requires schools to report on fund usage and changes in student arrests, disaggregated by demographic data.
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 Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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