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Safe Schools Act: Addressing Bullying and Harassment in Schools

This act aims to address the problem of bullying and harassment in public elementary and secondary schools by requiring states receiving grants to implement anti-bullying policies. Local educational agencies will be required to define prohibited behaviors, establish complaint procedures, and collect and publicly report data on incidents. The act also provides for regular evaluations of anti-bullying programs and policies.
Key points
Requirement to establish policies prohibiting bullying and harassment based on categories such as race, sex, sexual orientation, disability, and religion.
Schools must provide notice to students and parents regarding prohibited conduct and complaint procedures.
Requirement to collect and publicly report data on bullying and harassment incidents, without identifying individuals.
Requirement to conduct an independent biennial evaluation of programs and policies to combat bullying.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2410
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2021-07-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Safe Schools Improvement Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2410.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requirement to establish policies prohibiting bullying and harassment based on categories such as race, sex, sexual orientation, disability, and religion.
  • Schools must provide notice to students and parents regarding prohibited conduct and complaint procedures.
  • Requirement to collect and publicly report data on bullying and harassment incidents, without identifying individuals.
  • Requirement to conduct an independent biennial evaluation of programs and policies to combat bullying.
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. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

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 2026-01-02.

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