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Saving Lives in Schools Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 3:59 PM
Summary of Bill HR 4240
Bill 118 hr 4240, also known as the Saving Lives in Schools Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of improving school safety and security measures. The bill focuses on providing funding and resources to schools to enhance their ability to prevent and respond to emergencies such as school shootings.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the allocation of funds for schools to implement safety measures such as installing security cameras, metal detectors, and panic buttons. Additionally, the bill calls for increased training for school staff on how to respond to active shooter situations and other emergencies.
Furthermore, the Saving Lives in Schools Act of 2023 emphasizes the importance of mental health support for students, with provisions for increased access to counseling services and resources for identifying and addressing mental health issues. Overall, the bill aims to create a safer and more secure environment for students and staff in schools across the country. It highlights the importance of proactive measures to prevent tragedies and ensure the well-being of all individuals in the school community.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the allocation of funds for schools to implement safety measures such as installing security cameras, metal detectors, and panic buttons. Additionally, the bill calls for increased training for school staff on how to respond to active shooter situations and other emergencies.
Furthermore, the Saving Lives in Schools Act of 2023 emphasizes the importance of mental health support for students, with provisions for increased access to counseling services and resources for identifying and addressing mental health issues. Overall, the bill aims to create a safer and more secure environment for students and staff in schools across the country. It highlights the importance of proactive measures to prevent tragedies and ensure the well-being of all individuals in the school community.
Congressional Summary of HR 4240
Saving Lives in Schools Act of 2023
This bill requires each public elementary and secondary school to have an opioid overdose rescue kit.
Specifically, the Department of Education must consult and collaborate with the Department of Health and Human Services to ensure that each public elementary and secondary school has an opioid overdose rescue kit. The kit must be clearly visible and labeled with the words Overdose Rescue Kit-Naloxone Nasal Spray (or other language approved by the local educational agency).
The bill outlines additional requirements related to these kits, including that the location of each kit must be registered with the school nurse and school resource officer.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4240
Bill HR 4240 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 21, 2023. Bill HR 4240 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 21, 2023. Bill HR 4240's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of June 23, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4240
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4240
Primary Policy Focus
EducationPotential Impact Areas
- Child safety and welfare
- Drug therapy
- Drug, alcohol, tobacco use
- Elementary and secondary education
- School administration
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4240
Saving Lives in Schools Act of 2023
Saving Lives in Schools Act of 2023
To require that opioid overdose rescue kits be located at public elementary and secondary schools, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4240
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