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School Safety Report: Data on Shootings and Prevention Measures

This new law mandates annual detailed reports on school crime and safety, with a specific focus on school shootings. Citizens will gain access to comprehensive data on incidents, their causes, and implemented safety measures, enabling them to better assess the effectiveness of preventive actions and school preparedness.
Key points
Annual reporting on school crime, including shootings, by the Department of Education is now required.
Reports will include detailed data on victims, perpetrators, types of firearms used, motives, and school safety measures.
Historical data on school shootings will also be collected to provide a more complete picture of the issue.
This information will help evaluate how schools protect students and what actions are being taken to prevent violence.
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Print number: 117_S_4162
Sponsor: Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO]
Process start date: 2022-05-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

School Shooting Safety and Preparedness Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4162.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-05-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Annual reporting on school crime, including shootings, by the Department of Education is now required.
  • Reports will include detailed data on victims, perpetrators, types of firearms used, motives, and school safety measures.
  • Historical data on school shootings will also be collected to provide a more complete picture of the issue.
  • This information will help evaluate how schools protect students and what actions are being taken to prevent violence.
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. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO].

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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