School Safety: Gun Storage Tax Credit and Enhanced School Support
This bill aims to enhance school safety by encouraging parents to use gun safety devices through a new tax credit and by improving school staff training. It also ensures privacy for those claiming the credit, expands access to school safety information online, and supports student mental health.
Key points
Parents will receive information from schools about gun safety devices and a new tax credit.
A new tax credit of up to $300 is available for purchasing gun safety devices, with income limitations.
Information about the tax credit will not be shared with other federal agencies, protecting taxpayer privacy.
Schools can get support for de-escalation training, dedicated safety specialists, and improved training for school resource officers.
Confidential mental health services will be provided for expelled students and their parents who cannot afford them.
Government school safety information will be expanded to popular social media platforms.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6965
Sponsor: Rep. James, John [R-MI-10]