San Antonio Standard

Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) has announced a $4.6 million community project funding request submitted to the House Appropriations Committee, which he is a member of. The proposed funds are intended to enhance school safety and security at North East Independent School District (NEISD) in San Antonio. The money will be allocated towards infrastructure upgrades, law enforcement training within NEISD, and essential equipment to safeguard students during emergencies.

"Each year, every Member of Congress is welcome to submit community project funding requests to the House Appropriations Committee. These targeted investments have opened doors for towns, villages, and cities across America to deliver initiatives that make a difference in the communities they serve," said Congressman Tony Gonzales. "This year, I selected a community project request from NEISD’s Police Department to enhance school safety and security across NEISD schools. Protecting our kids in the classroom is a top priority of mine. In Congress, I’ve helped deliver millions of dollars to school districts across South and West Texas and the nation to improve school safety. Through my seat on the House Appropriations Committee, I look forward to working in Congress to get this funding over the finish line and deliver for NEISD."

Dr. Sean Maika, Superintendent of NEISD, expressed his commitment towards implementing additional layers of security in their district's schools. He said, "North East ISD wants to be the best district at the prevention of school violence but is also committed to implementing additional layers of security that strengthen the protection, response, and safe recovery should a tragic situation arise." He further added that Congressman Gonzales' selected community project funding request would enable them "to respond more quickly and effectively to active shooters, improve officer safety and training as well as provide necessary resources for campus response."