Congress Works To Stop School Shootings With Experts


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A bipartisan coalition in Congress has reintroduced legislation aimed at preventing mass violence incidents, particularly school shootings, through an enhanced threat assessment program.

The proposed legislation, known as the Eagles Act, emerged in 2019 following the tragic mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. The devastating incident, which claimed 17 lives, stands as one of the most lethal school shootings in American history.

The bill seeks to expand the National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC), a division of the U.S. Secret Service. This expansion would enable the center to provide more comprehensive research and training to law enforcement agencies, schools, and other public entities across the country.

Under the proposed legislation, the NTAC would establish regional offices to work directly with organizations at the local level. These offices would focus on identifying potential threats and developing effective prevention strategies based on behavioral analysis and threat assessment protocols.

The measure has garnered support from both Republican and Democratic lawmakers, who recognize the urgent need to address the ongoing challenge of mass violence in American schools and other public spaces. Through enhanced training and research capabilities, the legislation aims to help communities better identify and respond to potential threats before they escalate into tragic events.

The Eagles Act represents a continued effort by Congress to implement preventive measures against mass violence, building upon the expertise and methodologies developed by the Secret Service’s threat assessment program.

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