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School Safety: New Support Centers and Action Plans

This act establishes regional support centers for schools to help them develop or improve safety plans. The goal is to enhance the safety of students and staff, and improve mental health in schools, especially in rural and low-resource communities.
Key points
Regional School Safety Development Centers will be established to offer customized consultations and support to schools in creating safety plans.
These centers will assist in violence prevention, suicide prevention, and student mental health, based on evidence-based practices.
Federal funding will be available for schools to implement safety plans, with a 5% matching requirement.
A Youth Advisory Council will be formed to provide advice on school safety implementation, including youth and parent perspectives.
The act prohibits the use of funds for firearms training or hiring school personnel.
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Print number: 118_HR_6613
Sponsor: Rep. Rutherford, John H. [R-FL-5]
Process start date: 2023-12-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PLAN for School Safety Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6613.

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 2023-12-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Regional School Safety Development Centers will be established to offer customized consultations and support to schools in creating safety plans.
  • These centers will assist in violence prevention, suicide prevention, and student mental health, based on evidence-based practices.
  • Federal funding will be available for schools to implement safety plans, with a 5% matching requirement.
  • A Youth Advisory Council will be formed to provide advice on school safety implementation, including youth and parent perspectives.
  • The act prohibits the use of funds for firearms training or hiring school personnel.
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. Rutherford, John H. [R-FL-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

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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