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More Officers and Equipment for School Safety

The new FORTIFY Act allows schools to use federal grants for hiring school resource officers, purchasing firearms and protective equipment, and acquiring vehicles. This aims to enhance the safety of students and staff. The act also provides assistance for rural and underserved schools to access these funds.
Key points
Schools can now use federal grants to hire school resource officers (SROs).
Funds can be allocated for purchasing firearms, protective equipment, and vehicles for these officers.
Technical assistance is introduced to help rural and underserved schools access these grants.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5430
Sponsor: Rep. Gonzales, Tony [R-TX-23]
Process start date: 2025-09-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FORTIFY Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5430.

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 2025-09-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Schools can now use federal grants to hire school resource officers (SROs).
  • Funds can be allocated for purchasing firearms, protective equipment, and vehicles for these officers.
  • Technical assistance is introduced to help rural and underserved schools access these grants.
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. Gonzales, Tony [R-TX-23].

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 2025-12-23.

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