Tell Congress: Protect All Students and Cosponsor the Safe Schools Improvement Act
Representative Linda Sanchez (CA-39) introduced HR 2262 - the Safe Schools Improvement Act of 2009. This bill will amend the Safe and Drug Free Schools and Communities Act to add definitions for bullying and harassment and to include two pre-existing requirements on reporting and on the use of funding. The bill is fully inclusive and specifically lists sexual orientation and gender identity as protected categories. It is also reflective of a new language that refers to "association with a person or group" which adds a layer of protection for children of LGBT parents. The bill will strengthen policy, encourage prevention strategies and professional development and require schools to maintain data on bullying.
Please Email Your US House Representative Today!
Creating schools that are supportive and safe for all students is a critical goal we must all work towards. Please email your US House Representative and urge them to cosponsor HR 2262 and support safe schools for all students.
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Penny Stone Mokelumne Hill, CA @ 10:03AM PT Nov 18
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School must be haven for all children and if as adults cannot ensure the safety of children they will not be available for leanirng.CHildren are beset by violence in the media, internet and in thier neighborhoods. Schools must be safe.
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