To amend the National Security Act of 1947 to include school security as an element of the National Security Strategy, and for other purposes.
In committee: it can still change before the session ends.
- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- House
- Sponsors
- 2
- Latest action
- Jan 7, 2026
What it does
The bill would amend the National Security Act of 1947 to formally to include school security as an element of the National Security Strategy, requiring the Secretary of Education and the Secretary of Homeland Security to conduct a joint assessment of threats to elementary, secondary, and higher education institutions and submit a report to Congress within 180 days of enactment. It applies to public and private schools across the United States, including colleges and universities, and mandates consultation with state governors during the assessment process. The bill does not impose direct requirements on schools but establishes a federal framework for evaluating and addressing school safety…
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