Strengthening School Safety: Expanding Threat Assessment Center
This act aims to prevent school violence by expanding the National Threat Assessment Center's activities. Citizens can expect threat detection programs and training for local authorities, enhancing the safety of students and staff. These changes are designed to protect lives and well-being in educational institutions.
Key points
Reauthorizes and expands the National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC) within the Department of Homeland Security to prevent targeted violence, especially in schools.
Establishes a national program for targeted school violence prevention, focusing on research, training, and information sharing for schools and public safety agencies.
Authorizes the hiring of additional personnel for NTAC, including experts in child psychological development and school threat assessment.
Authorizes $10 million annually for fiscal years 2022-2025 to fund the Center's functions, explicitly prohibiting funds for firearms training.
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