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Safer School Zones: Increased Funding for Student Protection

This act aims to make school routes safer for children by increasing federal funding for improvements in school zones. It allows states to use more money for things like crossing guards, better crosswalks, and traffic lights, directly impacting the daily safety of students walking to and from school.
Key points
More federal money will be available for states to improve safety around schools, helping protect children from traffic accidents.
Funds can be used for practical measures like hiring crossing guards, installing flashing lights, creating safer crosswalks, and adding traffic calming features.
The percentage of federal highway safety funds dedicated to these programs will increase from 40% to 50%, meaning more resources for local school safety.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6821
Sponsor: Rep. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1]
Process start date: 2025-12-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protect Our Students Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6821.

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 2025-12-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • More federal money will be available for states to improve safety around schools, helping protect children from traffic accidents.
  • Funds can be used for practical measures like hiring crossing guards, installing flashing lights, creating safer crosswalks, and adding traffic calming features.
  • The percentage of federal highway safety funds dedicated to these programs will increase from 40% to 50%, meaning more resources for local school safety.
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. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-15.

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