Safe Schools and Communities Act of 2025

This bill creates a new grant program to help K–12 schools improve student safety. The U.S. Department of Education would give competitive grants to local school districts within 120 days of the bill becoming law. Districts could use the money to train staff who see students each week on how to spot and respond to human trafficking, prevent fentanyl and other drug abuse, and reduce gang involvement. Funds can also pay for training costs and bring these lessons and programs into classrooms.

Key points

• Who is affected: Local school districts, school staff in elementary and secondary schools, and students.
• What changes: Competitive grants for staff training and for adding curricula on human trafficking, fentanyl/drug abuse prevention, and gang prevention; funds can cover instructors, supplies, and materials.
• When: Grants are to be awarded no later than 120 days after the law takes effect.