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passed · Ohio · House Jul 7, 2026

HR 490: Honoring the Minster High School girls 4x800-meter relay team on winning the 2026 Division V State Championship.

This bill is a commemorative resolution that formally honors the Minster High School girls' 4x800-meter relay team for winning the 2026 Division V State Championship. The text specifically names the four athletes - Sophia Dirksen, Brynn Bornhorst, Joanna Topp, and Claire Bohman - and acknowledges their coach, Jessie Magoto, for their teamwork and performance. It directs the Clerk of the House to send an official copy of the resolution to the school as a gesture of recognition.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill honors student athletic achievement, recognizing and validating student programs and efforts within the school system.85% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

Sponsor Angie King (R)

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passed · Ohio · House Jul 1, 2026

HR 477: Honoring the Copley-Fairlawn Middle School Quiz Bowl team as the 2026 National Academic Quiz Tournaments Ohio State Champion.

This bill formally recognizes the Copley-Fairlawn Middle School Quiz Bowl team as the 2026 Ohio State Champion in the National Academic Quiz Tournaments. It specifically honors the student competitors and their coaches for their academic achievements and dedication to the sport. The legislation directs the House Clerk to send an official copy of the resolution to the school team as a tribute to their success.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill honors student academic achievement and recognizes educational programs, aligning with supporting student success.75% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

Sponsor Bill Roemer (R)

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11624: Requires Medicaid coverage of applied behavior analysis therapy rendered during school hours

This bill requires Medicaid to cover applied behavior analysis therapy provided during school hours for students in grades kindergarten through twelfth who have an autism spectrum disorder. The therapy must be delivered in public or non-public schools, and the specific definitions for the treatment and therapy will follow existing state insurance law. By adding this coverage to Medicaid, the legislation ensures that eligible students can access this support within their educational setting without additional out-of-pocket costs. The changes will take effect approximately 90 days after the bill is signed into law.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational access by mandating Medicaid coverage for autism therapy within K-12 schools, ensuring students receive necessary support during school hours.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates Medicaid coverage for autism therapy, expanding health benefits and improving patient access to essential services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Medicaid

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in committee · Michigan · House Jul 14, 2026

HB 6164: Education: curriculum; computer science course requirements; modify. Amends sec. 1166c of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1166c).

This bill requires every public high school in Michigan to offer at least one computer science course starting in the 2027-2028 school year. The course must meet state education standards and be listed on the school's catalog, with a preference for in-person instruction unless a school operates entirely virtually. The legislation defines computer science as a field focused on creating new technologies rather than just using them, ensuring the curriculum covers principles, design, and societal impact.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates computer science courses in high schools, expanding curriculum and enhancing student access to technology education.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates computer science education to foster technology creation skills and digital literacy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education

Sponsor Steve Carra (R) · 2 co-sponsors

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Jul 15, 2026

SJR N: Individual income tax: income; surcharge on certain taxpayers and distribution of revenue attributable to the surcharge; provide for. Amends sec. 7, art. IX of the state constitution.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to add a new income tax surcharge for high-earning individuals in Michigan starting in 2027. The surcharge applies a 5% tax on income exceeding $500,000 for single filers or $1,000,000 for joint filers, with these thresholds automatically adjusted each year based on the national inflation rate. All money collected from this surcharge must be spent exclusively on pre-kindergarten through 12th-grade education, child care, health and human services, housing, and water infrastructure. The amendment requires voter approval at a general election to take effect and directs the legislature to create the necessary laws to implement the tax.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases revenue via a surcharge on high earners and mandates funding for education and essential services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates that all revenue from the new tax surcharge be spent exclusively on K-12 education, child care, and related services, directly increasing funding for schools.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill allocates surcharge revenue to housing and human services, potentially funding affordable housing initiatives.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Income Tax K-12 Education

Sponsor Stephanie Chang (D)

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Jul 15, 2026

SB 1101: Occupations: cosmetologists; record retention requirements for cosmetology schools; revise. Amends sec. 1205a of 1980 PA 299 (MCL 339.1205a).

This bill updates Michigan's regulations for cosmetology schools and apprenticeship programs to ensure proper oversight and training standards. It requires owners to maintain detailed records of student attendance, enrollment, and grades, which must be shared with the state department monthly. The legislation also mandates that apprentices complete a minimum number of instructional hours before practicing on the public and must have proof of high school education before starting training. Additionally, the bill prohibits charging fees for teaching apprentices and limits the number of apprentices trained simultaneously to two per establishment. These changes aim to clarify administrative requirements and protect the quality of cosmetology education in the state.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill strengthens cosmetology education by enforcing attendance records, high school prerequisites, and instructional hour requirements.85% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

Sponsor Darrin Camilleri (D)

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 4, 2026

H 5632: An Act relative to school choice

This bill allows municipal school districts to exempt incoming elementary school choice students from participating in tuition agreements for middle and high school education. The change specifically applies to districts operating under tuition agreements rather than regional agreements, giving them flexibility in how they handle student enrollment across grade levels. By adding a new subsection to existing state law, the legislation clarifies that these districts are not required to include elementary students in the same financial arrangements used for older students. This adjustment aims to provide local control over school choice programs without mandating a uniform tuition structure for all grade levels.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational access by allowing districts to exempt choice students from tuition agreements, increasing flexibility in enrollment.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education K-12 Education School Choice

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in committee · United States · House Jul 20, 2026

HR 9794: To direct the Secretary of Defense to establish the Senator Robert J. Dole Greatest Generation Education Program.

This bill directs the Secretary of Defense to create the Senator Robert J. Dole Greatest Generation Education Program, which aims to increase public awareness of World War II history and its lessons. The program will operate by providing grants to state and local governments and nonprofit organizations to fund educational events that honor veterans, highlight the home front's contributions, and teach patriotism to young people. Recipients must use the funds for new initiatives rather than existing secondary school curricula, and the Department of Defense retains exclusive rights to the program's name and symbols.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill funds educational events and grants to teach patriotism and WWII history, enhancing student programs and awareness.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes a program to honor veterans and fund educational events recognizing their service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

Sponsor Derek Schmidt (R) · 1 co-sponsor

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 14, 2026

S 4961: PATH Act

The Pre-Apprenticeships To Hardhats Act authorizes $20 million annually to fund grants for nonprofit partnerships that develop training programs preparing individuals for careers in the building and construction trades. These grants are awarded to groups that include employers, labor organizations, and educational institutions to create curricula aligned with industry standards and registered apprenticeship requirements. The program specifically targets underrepresented populations, such as racial minorities, women, veterans, and long-term unemployed individuals, by covering training costs and potentially providing stipends for work-based learning. To receive funding, applicants must demonstrate a partnership with an existing apprenticeship sponsor and show that the program leads to a high school diploma or equivalent for participants. The Department of Labor oversees the grants, which require annual curriculum reviews and independent evaluations to ensure participants successfully enter registered apprenticeship programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes $20M annually for grants to develop construction trade training programs with educational institutions, expanding vocational education access.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill funds training programs for construction trades, expanding workforce opportunities and supporting labor standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education

Sponsor Martin Heinrich (D)

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in committee · United States · House Jul 14, 2026

HR 9659: Fund Schools, Not ICE Act

The Fund Schools, Not ICE Act directs unspent funds originally allocated to Immigration and Customs Enforcement to be transferred to the Department of Education for use in elementary and secondary school programs. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to sell eleven specific immigration detention warehouses that were purchased between January 1, 2026, and March 31, 2026. These measures aim to redirect financial resources from immigration enforcement toward educational initiatives while mandating the disposal of recently acquired detention facilities.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill redirects funds from ICE to the Department of Education for elementary and secondary school programs, directly increasing educational funding.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill diverts funds from ICE and mandates selling detention warehouses, directly weakening immigration enforcement capacity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Detention Enforcement

Sponsor Greg Stanton (D) · 2 co-sponsors

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