I’m deeply disappointed by the heartless approach this School Aid Conference Committee has had toward pivotal school safety and mental health funding – a topic that should be unifying for all legislators, regardless of political ideology.

“Our local schools are also seeing their school safety and mental health funding dramatically slashed by more than 90%,” DeBoer said during a speech on the House floor. “We cannot wait for another tragedy to happen to continue funding school safety and mental health support. Our actions and support for student safety must be continuous and proactive to prevent future devastating events.”