Education (School Safety)

in committee · United States · House Sep 8, 2026

HR 10314: To direct the Secretary of Education to conduct a study on the efforts of States, local educational agencies, and public elementary and secondary schools to educate students about the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and for other purposes.

This bill directs the Secretary of Education to conduct a study on how states, local school districts, and public schools teach students about the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The study must examine whether 9/11 education is required or optional in curricula, identify available teaching resources and professional development for teachers, and assess the methods used to evaluate student learning. It also requires the Secretary to work with the National September 11 Memorial & Museum and submit a report on these findings to Congress within three years of the law's enactment.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationDirects the Secretary of Education to study and assess curricula, resources, and teacher development for 9/11 education, strengthening educational infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 23, 2026

S 5098: Enhancing K–12 Cybersecurity Act

The Enhancing K-12 Cybersecurity Act creates a new public website and database to help schools and school districts find cybersecurity tools, training, and federal funding opportunities. It also establishes a voluntary registry where schools can report cyber incidents to help identify trends and improve national monitoring. Additionally, the bill authorizes a program to deploy specific cybersecurity strategies and services to protect school systems from threats like ransomware. The Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is tasked with running these initiatives in partnership with various government agencies and school leaders. Congress has authorized $10 million for each of fiscal years 2027 and 2028 to fund these efforts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a program to deploy cybersecurity strategies and services, implying the allocation of federal funding to protect school systems.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill strengthens K-12 infrastructure by providing cybersecurity tools, training, and funding to protect schools from threats.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates resources, funding, and strategies to enhance cybersecurity for K-12 schools, directly protecting technology infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Cybersecurity

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in committee · United States · House Jul 27, 2026

HR 9956: Seizure Safe Schools Act of 2026

The Seizure Safe Schools Act of 2026 directs the Secretary of Education to create guidance for elementary and secondary schools on how to ensure safety for students with epilepsy or other seizure disorders. This guidance, developed in cooperation with the Department of Health and Human Services, must be issued within six months of the bill's enactment and will outline steps for schools to support students through their existing Section 504 plans or Individualized Education Programs. The act also allows the Secretary of Education to update this guidance as needed in the future.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates safety guidance for students with epilepsy, expanding educational access and support for students with disabilities.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates school guidance to support students with seizure disorders, improving access to necessary health accommodations and protections.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Special Education

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in committee · United States · House Jul 24, 2026

HR 9918: Enhancing K–12 Cybersecurity Act

The Enhancing K-12 Cybersecurity Act directs the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency to create a public website and database that helps schools share security tips, find government-funded tools, and apply for cybersecurity grants. It also establishes a voluntary registry where schools can report cyber incidents to help identify trends and improve national monitoring without revealing private student information. Additionally, the bill funds a program to provide tailored cybersecurity strategies, ransomware protection services, and training specifically designed for the unique resources of elementary and secondary schools. These measures aim to strengthen digital safety for K-12 institutions by improving information exchange, tracking threats, and offering direct technical support.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides funding and tools to enhance cybersecurity infrastructure in K-12 schools, protecting student data and improving school safety.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens K-12 cybersecurity by funding tools, creating a resource database, and establishing an incident reporting registry to improve national monitoring.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Cybersecurity

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 23, 2026

S 4872: Keep Kids in School Act

The Keep Kids in School Act creates a federal grant program to help public schools reduce chronic absenteeism and improve safety for students. The Department of Education will provide funds to states, which will then distribute money to local school districts for specific interventions like hiring counselors, offering teacher stipends for home visits, and covering transportation costs. The bill defines chronic absenteeism as missing 10 percent or more of school days and prioritizes funding for states with the highest rates of absenteeism among vulnerable student populations. Additionally, the act requires the Comptroller General to conduct a study on effective methods for reducing absenteeism and improving student well-being, with findings reported to Congress and the Education Department.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a federal grant program to fund public school interventions, directly increasing government spending for education.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates federal grants to reduce absenteeism and improve safety, directly funding student support services and teacher incentives.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly funds transportation costs for students to address chronic absenteeism, supporting access to education via transit.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability School Safety Student Financial Aid Student Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 23, 2026

S 4864: PUPIL Act

The PUPIL Act directs the Secretary of Education to commission a study by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine on the workforce of paraprofessionals and education support staff in U.S. schools. This study will examine the roles, qualifications, compensation, and effectiveness of these workers, who include clerical, maintenance, and student service employees supporting over 54 million students. The report will also analyze salary data against local cost of living and review different employment models, such as outsourcing, to provide recommendations for improving job stability and educational outcomes. To fund this research, the bill authorizes $2 million in federal appropriations.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill commissions a study to improve understanding of support staff roles, qualifications, and compensation, aiming to enhance workforce effectiveness.75% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Teachers

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in committee · United States · House Jun 15, 2026

HR 9320: All in For Attendance Act

The All in For Attendance Act aims to reduce chronic student absenteeism by requiring schools to implement specific support strategies for students missing 10 percent or more of school days. It mandates the creation of data systems to track attendance reasons, establishes advisory programs to engage families, and requires schools to partner with community organizations to remove barriers like transportation or health issues. The legislation also prohibits schools from using suspensions, fines, or academic penalties as punishment for student absences. Additionally, it directs funds toward evidence-based interventions such as social and emotional learning programs, restorative justice, and high-impact tutoring to improve student engagement and attendance.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill aims to reduce absenteeism and improve student access through support strategies and community partnerships.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill requires schools to partner with community organizations to remove barriers like transportation, indicating support for addressing transportation access issues.65% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Safety Student Health

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in committee · United States · House May 21, 2026

HR 8979: Elementary and Secondary School Counseling Act

This bill creates a new funding program to hire more school counselors, psychologists, and social workers at schools with high numbers of low-income students. It provides federal grants to states, which then distribute money to local school districts to help them meet recommended staffing ratios of 250 students per counselor and 500 students per psychologist. To receive these funds, states must contribute matching money and submit detailed plans showing how they will improve student-to-provider ratios in their highest-need schools. The program is designed to address rising mental health issues among youth by increasing access to professional support directly within the school environment.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates funding to hire counselors and improve student support ratios, directly strengthening educational access and resources.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill funds school psychologists and social workers to improve mental health access for low-income students.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Safety Student Health Mental Health

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in committee · United States · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4618: Elementary and Secondary School Counseling Act

The Elementary and Secondary School Counseling Act creates a new funding program to hire more counselors, psychologists, and social workers for schools with high numbers of low-income students. These funds are distributed to states, which then award subgrants to local school districts to help them reach recommended staffing ratios of 250 students per counselor, 500 per psychologist, and 250 per social worker. To qualify for the money, states must match the federal grant with their own funds and submit detailed plans showing how they will prioritize high-need schools. The bill also requires regular reporting on how many mental health staff are hired and the current student-to-staff ratios in participating schools.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates funding to hire more counselors and social workers, directly enhancing student support services and educational access.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill funds hiring of school counselors and psychologists, directly expanding mental health services and access for students.85% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Safety Student Health Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8506: SAFE School Act

The SAFE School Act authorizes $900 million in federal grants to help states and local school districts enhance school security. These funds can be used to train and hire veterans or former law enforcement officers as school safety officers, as well as to install physical security measures like metal detectors, surveillance cameras, and reinforced glass. The legislation explicitly allows grants to be awarded to both public and private schools, including those with religious affiliations, without federal interference in how the money is spent. This bill aims to provide resources for schools to improve their safety infrastructure and emergency response capabilities.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds school security measures and hires law enforcement/veterans, directly strengthening safety within the criminal justice context.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $900M to enhance school security, hire safety officers, and install protective measures, directly strengthening the educational environment.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly authorizes funding to hire and train veterans as school safety officers, directly supporting veteran employment.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement School Safety

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