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US S1858

Keeping All Students Safe Act


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Introduced
05/26/2021
In Committee
05/26/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To prohibit and prevent seclusion, mechanical restraint, chemical restraint, and dangerous restraints that restrict breathing, and to prevent and reduce the use of physical restraint in schools, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, the Keeping All Students Safe Act, prohibits and prevents the use of seclusion, mechanical restraint, chemical restraint, and dangerous physical restraints that restrict breathing in schools that receive federal funding. It requires training for school personnel on positive behavioral interventions and de-escalation techniques, and establishes reporting requirements for schools on the use of physical restraint. The bill also authorizes grants to state educational agencies to help them implement the law's requirements and improve school climate and culture through the use of positive behavioral interventions and supports, mental health services, restorative justice programs, and other evidence-based practices.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (20)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (on 05/26/2021)

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