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Congress Urged to Strengthen School Safety Measures Nationwide

2/26/2026

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Story summary

Bipartisan reforms, including the STOP School Violence Act and the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, have improved campus security and expanded mental health resources.
Eight years after the Parkland shooting in 2018, school violence remains a pressing issue in the United States.
Recent incidents highlight the need for ongoing action.
Advocates say every student deserves a safe learning environment, and Congress must ensure prevention measures are implemented nationwide.

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Story summary

Bipartisan reforms, including the STOP School Violence Act and the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, have improved campus security and expanded mental health resources.
Eight years after the Parkland shooting in 2018, school violence remains a pressing issue in the United States.
Recent incidents highlight the need for ongoing action.
Advocates say every student deserves a safe learning environment, and Congress must ensure prevention measures are implemented nationwide.