Security to Avoid Violence in Educational Settings Act

Hozzl · 2024-03-11T17:30:30Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 809 Security to Avoid Violence in Educational Settings Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/11/2024, 5:30 PM

Congressional Summary of S 809

Security to Avoid Violence in Educational Settings Act or the SAVES Act

This bill transfers certain funds to the Department of Justice (DOJ) to carry out a grant program for school safety and security.

Specifically, the bill transfers funds appropriated for energy efficiency and renewable energy improvements at public school facilities (currently known as the Department of Energy's Renew America's Schools Program) to DOJ for the grant program.

DOJ must award grants to states (and states must provide subgrants to eligible entities, such as local educational agencies and schools) for planning and designing school buildings and facilities, installing infrastructure, and implementing technology or other measures that strengthen security on school premises.

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Current Status of Bill S 809

Bill S 809 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 15, 2023. Bill S 809 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 15, 2023. Bill S 809's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of March 15, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 809

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 809

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 809

Security to Avoid Violence in Educational Settings Act

A bill to transfer funds for Energy Efficiency Improvements and Renewable Energy Improvements at Public School Facilities to the Attorney General to award grants to States to promote safety and security in schools.