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Protecting School Resource Officer Funding: Stability and Safety

This act aims to ensure consistent funding for school resource officer programs in elementary and secondary schools. It means schools must maintain their current spending levels on these officers to continue receiving full federal funds. Non-compliance could lead to a reduction in federal aid, potentially impacting the availability of safety programs.
Key points
Schools must maintain funding for school resource officers at a level no less than previous years to receive full federal funds.
State educational agencies will be required to annually report on spending and the number of school resource officers.
Failure to meet the funding requirement may result in a proportional reduction of federal funds for schools.
Waivers are possible for extraordinary financial circumstances like economic downturns or natural disasters.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3430
Sponsor: Rep. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1]
Process start date: 2025-05-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SRO Funding Protection Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3430.

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 2025-05-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Schools must maintain funding for school resource officers at a level no less than previous years to receive full federal funds.
  • State educational agencies will be required to annually report on spending and the number of school resource officers.
  • Failure to meet the funding requirement may result in a proportional reduction of federal funds for schools.
  • Waivers are possible for extraordinary financial circumstances like economic downturns or natural disasters.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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Education Security