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Campus Safety Act: Grants for Veteran Security Hiring and Equity Center Funding Ban.

This bill establishes a competitive grant program allowing colleges and universities to hire veterans as campus security personnel, aiming to enhance student safety and provide employment opportunities for former service members. Crucially, the act also prohibits the use of any federal funds to support Equity Assistance Centers or similar entities. This represents a shift in federal spending priorities regarding education and campus security.
Key points
Authorizes federal grants for higher education institutions specifically to hire veterans for campus security roles.
Imposes a complete ban on using any federal funds to support Equity Assistance Centers (EACs) or similar centers.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3601
Sponsor: Sen. Schmitt, Eric [R-MO]
Process start date: 2026-01-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans in Campus Safety Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3601.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-01-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorizes federal grants for higher education institutions specifically to hire veterans for campus security roles.
  • Imposes a complete ban on using any federal funds to support Equity Assistance Centers (EACs) or similar centers.
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 Sen. Schmitt, Eric [R-MO].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-03.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Education Security Labor