Safe Schools Improvement Act (Federal)

The Safe Schools Improvement Act (S.986/H.R.1810) (SSIA) addresses the widespread issue of bullying and harassment that impacts millions of students. The SSIA requires schools and districts to prohibit bullying and harassment, ensure implementation of effective prevention programs, and educate students, parents, and educational professionals on complaint procedures.

One out of every five K–12 students faces bullying or harassment in school - harming academic performance, attendance, and graduation rates.

Students from marginalized communities face even higher rates of bullying and harassment. Of students who face bullying, one in four are bullied based on their identity, including race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or gender expression.

The SSIA is endorsed by 70 organizations, including teachers' unions and children's, disability, and LGBTQ+ orgs. To ensure all students experience a learning environment that is free of bullying and harassment, we must pass the Safe Schools Improvement Act.