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HB 1253

An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in student supports, further providing for definitions and for student supports; and, in school safety and security, further providing for definitions, for duties of committee, for standardized protocols and for reporting and memorandum of understanding.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz and 16 co-sponsors

HB 1253 revises Pennsylvania school code definitions and requirements for student supports and safety protocols, standardizing reporting and committee duties across districts.

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Bill Summary · HB 1253

Legislative bill overview

HB 1253 amends Pennsylvania's Public School Code to revise definitions and requirements related to student supports and school safety. The bill modifies provisions governing student support services and establishes or updates standardized protocols, committee duties, and reporting requirements for school safety and security measures.

Why is this important

School safety and student support systems directly affect educational outcomes, student wellbeing, and parent confidence in public schools. Clarifying definitions and standardizing protocols across districts can reduce inconsistencies in how schools implement safety measures and provide support services, though the specific changes will determine whether improvements are meaningful or primarily administrative.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition changes: Alterations to what constitutes "student supports" or "school safety" could expand or restrict services/measures, affecting funding allocations and implementation burdens on districts
  • Reporting requirements: New or expanded reporting mandates may increase administrative costs for schools or create compliance challenges, particularly for under-resourced districts
  • Committee structure and duties: Changes to committee composition or responsibilities could shift decision-making power between state, district, and school-level stakeholders, or alter parent/community input mechanisms

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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