Education

in committee · United States · House Sep 2, 2026

HR 10220: SIMPLE Act

The SIMPLE Act requires the Department of Education to automatically enroll borrowers who are at least 75 days delinquent on federal student loans into the income-driven repayment plan that offers them the lowest monthly payment. To facilitate this, the bill authorizes the use of IRS tax return data to determine a borrower's income and family size without requiring additional action from the borrower, provided they have approved such disclosure or are applying for loan rehabilitation. The legislation also establishes specific notification procedures at 31 days of delinquency and mandates that borrowers rehabilitating defaulted loans be placed in the most favorable repayment plan after making their ninth required payment. These automatic enrollment provisions take effect on July 1, 2028, while changes allowing borrowers to switch between repayment plans become effective immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill streamlines federal student loan repayment by auto-enrolling delinquent borrowers into income-driven plans, reducing financial barriers to higher education.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Aug 31, 2026

HR 10201: COMPASS Act

The COMPASS Act amends the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to require schools to include specific information in individualized education programs for students with disabilities. It mandates that these plans must state the projected date when a student will complete their secondary education program. Additionally, the bill requires a statement confirming that the student will receive a certification of completion on that date, regardless of whether they are eligible for a regular high school diploma.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill amends IDEA to mandate specific completion dates and certifications in IEPs, strengthening educational planning and access for students with disabilities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Special Education

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in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10277: Access to School Supplies Act of 2026

The Access to School Supplies Act of 2026 establishes a five-year pilot program that provides competitive grants to up to ten local school districts serving high-poverty schools. These funds are intended to help districts purchase books, supplies, and other materials for students and instructional staff at no cost. The legislation authorizes $100 million annually from fiscal years 2027 through 2031 and requires recipients to submit annual reports detailing how the money was spent and which schools benefited. A small portion of the total funding is reserved for outlying areas and Bureau of Indian Education schools, while the program sunsets on September 30, 2031.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes $100 million annually in federal grants to fund school supplies for high-poverty districts, directly increasing government spending on public education.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides $100M annually to fund school supplies for high-poverty districts, directly advancing educational access and resource availability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Libraries School Funding

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in committee · United States · House Aug 31, 2026

HR 10200: Family Leave for Parental Involvement in Education Act

The Family Leave for Parental Involvement in Education Act amends the Family and Medical Leave Act to grant eligible private-sector employees up to 48 hours of unpaid leave per year to attend school conferences or activities for their children or grandchildren. This additional time is capped at 8 hours within any 30-day period and can be taken in intermittent blocks rather than all at once. Employers may require employees to use accrued paid vacation, personal, or sick leave instead of taking this unpaid time off. The bill also extends similar leave provisions to federal employees, allowing them to substitute accumulated annual or sick leave for the new parental involvement entitlements.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill grants leave specifically for parental involvement in school activities, directly supporting family engagement in the education system.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands employee rights by adding unpaid leave for school activities under the FMLA, strengthening workplace flexibility and family support.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave

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in committee · United States · House Aug 31, 2026

HR 10202: High School Voter Empowerment Act of 2026

The High School Voter Empowerment Act of 2026 requires all public high schools in the United States to be designated as voter registration agencies under federal law. Schools must conduct at least one voter registration drive each academic year, with a specific goal of registering eligible students who are at least 17 years old and enrolled in American Government or Economics classes. To support these efforts, the Department of Education would establish a grant program that reimburses schools for the reasonable costs associated with running these drives. Additionally, state election officials may provide voting machines to schools upon request for use in student council elections.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates voter registration drives in high schools and provides Department of Education grants to reimburse costs, directly funding school activities.75% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Tags Elections

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in committee · United States · House Jul 27, 2026

HR 9958: Head Start Expansion and Improvement Act of 2026

The Head Start Expansion and Improvement Act of 2026 broadens eligibility for early childhood education services by including recipients of various public assistance programs, such as food stamps and Medicaid, in the definition of qualifying families. The bill authorizes $36 billion annually from fiscal years 2027 through 2032 to support these expanded operations and creates a separate grant program providing $1 billion per year until 2030 for agencies to repair or upgrade aging facilities with safety hazards. Additionally, the legislation establishes a loan forgiveness program that cancels federal student loans for childcare workers who complete three years of full-time service in Head Start or Early Head Start programs. Finally, it authorizes $6.8 billion annually through 2032 to provide salary supplements to Head Start employees, with funding allocated based on local wage gaps and cost-of-living factors.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $36 billion annually and creates a separate grant program to fund expanded early childhood education services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands Head Start eligibility and allocates $36B annually for early childhood education services and facility upgrades.98% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Jul 27, 2026

HR 9952: Healthy Recess for Learning Act

The Healthy Access for Learning Act requires schools receiving federal education funds to provide students with at least 60 minutes of physical activity time each day. This new requirement includes designated recess periods and physical education classes, aiming to address rising rates of childhood obesity and improve academic performance. The bill amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to mandate these activity periods while allowing local school districts to determine the specific methods used to meet the goal. By integrating regular exercise into the school day, the legislation seeks to support student health and learning without reducing instructional time.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates daily physical activity in schools to improve student health and academic performance, enhancing student programs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates daily physical activity to address childhood obesity, a public health initiative that strengthens preventative healthcare.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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in committee · United States · House Aug 3, 2026

HR 10043: Heritage Legacy Act

The Heritage Legacy Act directs the Secretary of Education to provide grants to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in 2027 and subsequent years, with the grant amount equal to the total tuition charged to all qualified students at each institution. These funds must be used to offer direct scholarships to undergraduate students who are full-time enrollees and can prove they are descendants of individuals who were enslaved in the United States. To receive a scholarship, a student must provide documentation, such as census records, showing that at least one-quarter of their genes come from an ancestor who was enslaved, and the bill sets aside five percent of the funding to cover the costs of verifying these claims. Additionally, the legislation amends the Higher Education Act to ensure that scholarships awarded under this new program are excluded from calculations used to determine a student's financial aid index.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides direct funding to HBCUs for scholarships, expanding educational access and financial support for specific student groups.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 22, 2026

S 5068: Service Academy Parity Act

The Service Academy Parity Act establishes a competitive appointment system for the Coast Guard Academy, beginning in the 2029 academic year, to ensure fair selection of cadets alongside existing nomination methods. Under this new system, individuals nominated by the Vice President, Members of Congress, or the Coast Guard Commandant must meet minimum requirements and compete based on academic background, exam scores, and other indicators of success. The bill allocates specific slots for children of fallen or disabled service members, children of missing federal employees, and residents of each state and territory, with appointments made in order of merit within each group. Additionally, the law mandates that nominating officials be notified at least 48 hours before a cadet's appointment is announced to maintain transparency in the process.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes a competitive appointment system for the Coast Guard Academy, enhancing educational access and merit-based selection for higher education.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 23, 2026

HR 9824: Daycare Not Detentions Act of 2026

The Daycare Not Detentions Act of 2026 provides additional funding to the Department of Health and Human Services to support child care programs, including the Child Care and Development Block Grant, Head Start, and preschool development grants. These funds are intended to help states and organizations cover necessary expenses for these programs through fiscal year 2029. The bill also rescinds $70 billion in previously allocated money for U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement that has not yet been spent. Overall, the legislation redirects federal resources toward early childhood education and care rather than immigration enforcement activities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides additional funding for child care programs and rescinds funds for border enforcement, indicating support for social services spending.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases funding for child care and preschool programs, which supports early childhood education and expands access to educational services.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill rescinds $70B in funding for Customs and Border Protection and Immigration, directly weakening immigration enforcement capabilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood Border Security Enforcement

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