Bills · HR 2577
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2577Educational facilities and institutionsChild safety and welfare
PLAN for School Safety Act of 2025
INTRO APR 1· LAST ACTION APR 1
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COSPONSORS
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 2 / 8Introduced
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenSchool safety is a pressing concern for many parents, students, and educators today, often highlighted by tragic events. This bill matters because it attempts to address these concerns by providing a structured way for schools to access expert help in creating effective safety and mental health plans. If this bill becomes law, schools would have dedicated resources to develop tailored strategies for preventing violence, supporting student mental health, and responding to emergencies, potentially making learning environments safer.
Without this bill, schools would continue to rely on their own resources or existing, potentially uncoordinated, state and local programs to develop safety plans. The bill aims to ensure that schools, especially those with fewer resources, can benefit from evidence-based practices and receive assistance not only in planning but also in securing funding and training for implementation. This could lead to a more consistent and robust approach to school safety nationwide.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes Regional School Safety Development Centers to provide customized consulting services to schools.
This creates a network of expert resources for schools to access specialized guidance on safety and mental health plans.
PROVISION 02
Requires centers to assist schools in implementing their customized safety and mental health plans, including identifying funding and providing training.
This ensures schools receive practical support beyond just planning, helping them put safety measures into practice and secure necessary resources.
PROVISION 03
Mandates the establishment of a Youth Advisory Council including youth who have experienced school violence.
This incorporates valuable perspectives from young people and affected individuals into the development and implementation of school safety strategies.
PROVISION 04
Prioritizes funding for eligible entities with existing relationships with schools in rural, Tribal, or low-resourced communities.
This directs resources to schools that may have greater needs or fewer existing safety and mental health support systems.
PROVISION 05
Requires a federal share not exceeding 95% for activities, meaning a local matching contribution is needed.
This ensures that local entities have some investment in and commitment to the programs being established.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 27
R· Florida
YRS IN OFFICE
9
BILLS LED
9
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 96%
DEM 14 REP 13 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSAPR 1
Introduced in House
APR 1
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 2577
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedApr 1, 2025
Last actionApr 1, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 1, 2025
House BillHR 2577Educational facilities and institutionsChild safety and welfare
PLAN for School Safety Act of 2025
INTRODUCED APR 1, 2025· LAST ACTION APR 1, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
8 min
COSPONSORS
27
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
