The PLAN for School Safety Act establishes Regional School Safety Development Centers to help schools develop and improve comprehensive safety plans based on evidence-based practices. The Department of Homeland Security would award grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to eligible entities such as states, educational agencies, and colleges to create these centers, which would provide customized consulting services to schools covering areas like violence prevention, mental health, school climate, and emergency planning. The legislation authorizes $25 million in funding for fiscal years 2025 through 2029 and requires the centers to help schools identify and access federal or state funding for implementing their safety plans, as well as provide training and technical assistance to school staff and families. The bill specifically excludes funding for firearms training and prohibits using money to hire school personnel, while prioritizing support for rural, tribal, and low-resourced communities. The Director of Homeland Security must report to Congress within two years and annually thereafter on the implementation and effectiveness of these centers, including whether they successfully help prevent school violence.
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