The Protecting Students from Sexual and Violent Predators Act (H.R. 2083) is a bill that would require schools receiving federal funds to run criminal background checks on their employees and potential hires. Anyone convicted of specific crimes, such as homicide, kidnapping, or rape, would be barred from employment. The bill was introduced into the United States House of Representatives during the 113th United States Congress. It passed in the House on October 22, 2013.