EAGLES Act of 2023

The EAGLES Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 1005, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing and preventing targeted violence and terrorism against educational institutions. The bill is named after the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Eagles, in honor of the victims of the tragic shooting that took place at the school in 2018.

The main provisions of the EAGLES Act include the establishment of a National Center for the Prevention of Targeted Violence, which would serve as a resource for schools and communities to develop and implement strategies to prevent and respond to acts of targeted violence. The bill also calls for the creation of a grant program to provide funding for schools to improve their security measures and implement violence prevention programs.

Additionally, the EAGLES Act seeks to enhance coordination and information sharing between federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to better identify and address potential threats to educational institutions. The bill also includes provisions for training and support for school personnel, students, and parents on recognizing and reporting signs of potential violence. Overall, the EAGLES Act of 2023 aims to improve the safety and security of educational institutions across the country by providing resources, funding, and support for prevention and response efforts to targeted violence and terrorism.