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Increased School Safety Funding: Support for School Resource Officers

This act increases funding for programs aimed at enhancing school safety through the support of school resource officers. This means schools may receive more funds to hire or maintain officers, potentially improving the safety of students and staff. These changes could impact the sense of security within educational institutions.
Key points
Increased annual funding for school resource officers to over a billion dollars for fiscal years 2024-2033.
At least $50 million annually will be allocated for grants to local governments and law enforcement agencies for school safety purposes.
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Print number: 118_HR_5000
Sponsor: Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SOS Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5000.

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 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased annual funding for school resource officers to over a billion dollars for fiscal years 2024-2033.
  • At least $50 million annually will be allocated for grants to local governments and law enforcement agencies for school safety purposes.
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. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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Education Security