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Safer Schools: Prioritizing Veterans and Retired Officers as School Resource Officers

This act aims to enhance school safety by prioritizing the hiring and training of veterans and retired law enforcement officers as school resource officers. Citizens can expect a greater presence of experienced individuals in schools, which is intended to improve the sense of security for students and staff. Additionally, officers will undergo annual mental health screenings and response training.
Key points
More veterans and retired law enforcement officers will be hired as school resource officers.
School resource officers will receive annual mental health screenings and tactical response training.
The act promotes building relationships between students and officers through annual meetings.
The Department of Veterans Affairs will help veterans find jobs as school resource officers.
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Print number: 118_HR_2541
Sponsor: Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2]
Process start date: 2023-04-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ensuring Safer Schools Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2541.

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 2023-04-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • More veterans and retired law enforcement officers will be hired as school resource officers.
  • School resource officers will receive annual mental health screenings and tactical response training.
  • The act promotes building relationships between students and officers through annual meetings.
  • The Department of Veterans Affairs will help veterans find jobs as school resource officers.
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. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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Education Security