Expanding National Threat Assessment Center to Prevent Targeted Violence in Schools.
This Act reauthorizes and expands the National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC) of the Secret Service to provide enhanced training and tools for early detection of individuals planning targeted violence, particularly in educational settings. The goal is to improve public and school safety by standardizing threat assessment methods and promoting early intervention before attacks occur. Funding for the program is authorized from unused COVID-19 relief funds.
Key points
Strengthens programs for early detection of violence threats in schools and communities by providing training to educators, law enforcement, and mental health professionals.
Mandates the development of a national plan to offer threat assessment training and resources to public and private entities in every State.
NTAC is required to hire personnel with expertise in child psychological development and school threat assessment to better support prevention efforts.
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