Bill > HR2682

This bill seeks to establish a federal grant program to support state-level efforts to combat bullying in K-12 schools through the creation of comprehensive anti-bullying task forces. Each state would receive a grant to form a diverse task force composed of at least 13 members, including teachers, administrators, parents, students, counselors, psychologists, a lawyer, and representatives from LGBTQ+ support organizations. The task force would be required to conduct a comprehensive study of bullying in the state's schools, examining current policies, educational approaches, and the impact of bullying on student violence and self-harm. After completing their study within one year, the task force must submit a detailed report to the state's Chief Education Officer and the Secretary of Education, which includes findings, recommendations for legislative or administrative actions, and best practices for addressing and reducing bullying. The bill highlights the significant prevalence of bullying, noting that nearly 1-in-5 students (approximately 10 million) have reported being bullied, with marginalized groups experiencing particularly high rates of harassment. By creating these task forces, the bill aims to help schools develop more effective strategies to create safe and supportive learning environments for all students, regardless of their race, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2682/all-info