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HB 1321

Modify School Security Grant Program

2026 Regular Session

HB 1321 modifies Colorado's school security grant program, adjusting how funds are distributed and which security improvements schools can finance.

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Bill Summary · HB 1321

Legislative bill overview

HB 1321 proposes modifications to Colorado's existing School Security Grant Program, which provides funding to schools for safety and security improvements. The bill adjusts eligibility criteria, funding distribution methods, or programmatic requirements for how schools can access and utilize these grants. Specific details on the exact modifications would require review of the bill's full text.

Why is this important

School security funding directly affects student and staff safety while raising questions about resource allocation during budget constraints. How grant money is distributed and what it can fund influences which schools can afford security upgrades and what types of improvements are prioritized statewide.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding equity: Changes in grant distribution formulas may benefit some districts while disadvantaging others, particularly rural or under-resourced schools
  • Scope of eligible security measures: Disagreement over whether funds should cover physical infrastructure (doors, cameras) versus personnel (security officers, mental health professionals)
  • Program accessibility: Modifications to eligibility criteria could exclude schools that previously qualified, or expand access to schools that didn't before, creating winners and losers among districts

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

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