Donald Payne actually said...

"Our children are experiencing a new normal and one that troubles me."

"This added resource would enable schools to meet the very goals we have set out to achieve in the areas of prevention and response."

"It has become increasingly clear that we cannot depend on the Trump administration to make meaningful progress on issues related to school security."

"These measures get to the root of problems students are facing and proactively create safer environments for everyone in the school community."