; and (2) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph: (6) Firearms (A) In general A grant awarded under section 2003 or 2004 may not be used for the provision to any person of a firearm or training in the use of a firearm. (B) No effect on other laws Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to preclude or contradict any other provision of law authorizing the provision of firearms or training in the use of firearms. . 4. Office of Academic Engagement (a) In general Title VII of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 ( 6 U.S.C. 341 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following new section: 710. Office of Academic Engagement (a) Establishment There is established within the Office of Partnership and Engagement of the Department an Office of Academic Engagement. (b) Executive Director The Office of Academic Engagement shall be headed by an Executive Director, who shall report to the Assistant Secretary for Partnership and Engagement. (c) Functions In consultation with the heads of relevant components, directorates, and offices of the Department, as appropriate, the Executive Director shall be responsible for the following: (1) Conducting outreach and serving as a liaison between the Department and stakeholders in the academic community, including elementary schools, secondary schools, and institutions of higher education. (2) Providing information on and awareness of Department programs and assistance related to securing such schools and institutions from acts of terrorism, active shooters, and other homeland security threats. (3) Coordinating, as appropriate, exercises and vulnerability assessments related to securing such schools and institutions from acts of terrorism, active shooters, and other homeland security threats. (4) Other activities as determined by the Secretary. (d) Definitions In this section: (1) Elementary school