School Security Enhancement Act

HR 2483, the School Security Enhancement Act, amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to allow local schools to use existing federal funds for specific security improvements. It permits spending on measures like metal detectors, crisis notification systems, bullet-resistant doors, and access control technology, provided they have evidence-based effectiveness. The bill explicitly prohibits using these funds for firearms or firearm training (Section d(1)), while clarifying it doesn’t override other laws permitting firearms (Section d(2)). This directly affects schools receiving ESEA funds by expanding eligible security investments under Section 4104.