Securing Our Schools Act of 2023

The Securing Our Schools Act of 2023 authorizes approximately $38 billion in funding for school security and mental health programs. It creates a nonprofit security grant program providing funds for schools to implement security measures like access control systems, metal detectors, and surveillance equipment. The bill establishes a Student Access to Mental Health Program Fund to support mental health professionals in schools, with specific requirements including prohibitions on teaching Critical Race Theory and advocating for abortion services. The legislation also includes provisions for developing best practices for identifying mental health concerns and preventing violence, while restricting federal funding for abortion services.