SASS Act

HR 9418, the SASS Act, simplifies grant applications for school safety funding by creating a single application process. It requires the Attorney General to establish a system where schools and districts can submit one application for both COPS Office grants (under section 2701(a)(1)) and Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) grants (under section 2701(a)(2)). The bill also mandates that the COPS or BJA Director provide technical assistance to help applicants complete this unified application. This change directly affects schools and local governments seeking federal funding for security improvements, reducing administrative burden without altering funding amounts or eligibility criteria.