PLAN for School Safety Act of 2025
PLAN for School Safety Act of 2025
Where it stands
Sitting in House Committee
No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.
- **Cost/Budget Impact**: Authorizes $25 million annually from FY2026 through 2030.
- **Timeline for Implementation**: Funding starts in FY2026, with annual reports to Congress beginning after the first awards.
- **Number of People Affected**: All K-12 schools nationwide, with a focus on rural and low-resource communities.
↓ Why your message matters here
This bill is sitting in committee with no scheduled vote — which means a small number of constituent messages can decide whether it moves forward or quietly dies.
The debate
What people are saying about this bill
- Fills gaps in school safety planning: Provides resources for assessments and evidence-based solutions, addressing rising threats like shootings and self-harm.
- Customized, individualized approach: Tailors plans to the specific needs of each school community, improving effectiveness.
- Enhances mental health and prevention focus: Integrates evidence-based violence prevention and mental health strategies.
- Added federal spending without proven ROI: Concerns about the $25 million annual cost amid tight budgets and lack of pre-passage efficacy data.
- DHS overreach into education: Potential mission creep by placing school mental health under a security agency.
- Implementation burdens: Small entities may struggle with new personnel, applications, and reporting requirements.
Where this bill is in the process
Legislative timeline
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. (4/1/2025)
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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