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Safe to Tell Act of 2022

12/29/2022, 5:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8060

Bill 117 HR 8060, also known as the Safe to Tell Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of promoting safety and security in schools. The bill seeks to establish a national anonymous reporting system for students to report threats of violence, self-harm, or other concerning behaviors.

Under the Safe to Tell Act, schools would be required to implement a system that allows students to report potential threats anonymously through a hotline or online platform. The bill also mandates that schools provide training to students, teachers, and staff on how to recognize and respond to potential threats.

Additionally, the Safe to Tell Act allocates funding for the implementation of these reporting systems and training programs. The bill emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment for students to come forward with concerns without fear of retaliation. Overall, the Safe to Tell Act of 2022 aims to enhance school safety by empowering students to report potential threats and ensuring that schools have the resources and training necessary to respond effectively.

Congressional Summary of HR 8060

Safe to Tell Act of 2022

This bill authorizes the Department of Justice to make grants to states for establishing anonymous school threat reporting programs.

Current Status of Bill HR 8060

Bill HR 8060 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 14, 2022. Bill HR 8060 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 14, 2022.  Bill HR 8060's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. as of November 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8060

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8060

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8060

Safe to Tell Act of 2022
Safe to Tell Act of 2022
To promote the creation of State anonymous school threat reporting programs, and for other purposes.

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