Luke and Alex School Safety Act of 2019

Senate Bill 2779 - Luke and Alex School Safety Act of 2019: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 2779 Luke and Alex School Safety Act of 2019 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Education. Stay informed on legislative developments.

11/1/2022, 5:02 AM

Congressional Summary of S 2779

Luke and Alex School Safety Act of 2019

This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish a Federal Clearinghouse on School Safety Best Practices for use by state and local educational and law-enforcement agencies, institutions of higher education, health professionals, and the public.

DHS shall, among other things

collect clearinghouse data analytics, user feedback on the implementation of best practices and recommendations identified by the clearinghouse, and any evaluations conducted on these best practices and recommendations; and
coordinate with the Department of Education, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Department of Justice to assess and identify best practices and recommendations and establish an advisory board to provide feedback and propose additional recommendations.

The bill specifies the criteria for best practices and recommendations of the clearinghouse, including evidence that the best practice or recommendation has had a significant effect on improving the health, safety, and welfare of persons in school settings.

The bill provides for grant program review.

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Current Status of Bill S 2779

Bill S 2779 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 5, 2019. Bill S 2779 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the Senate on November 5, 2019. Bill S 2779's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 402. as of January 6, 2020