Education

in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10251: Back-to-School Supplies Affordability Act

The Back-to-School Supplies Affordability Act would prevent new tariffs from being applied to specific school supplies and educational materials, effectively freezing their import duties at levels recorded on January 19, 2025. This measure directly affects students, families, teachers, schools, and local governments by aiming to keep the cost of items like notebooks, backpacks, pencils, and keyboards stable. The bill designates certain products for duty exemption based on specific trade classifications or through regulations issued by the Secretary of Commerce in coordination with the Secretary of Education. Additionally, it requires the Secretary of Commerce to report every 180 days to congressional committees on which items are exempt, while allowing Congress to disapprove specific item designations through a joint resolution.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill prevents tariffs on school supplies to keep costs stable for students and teachers, directly supporting educational affordability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Libraries Student Financial Aid Student Health

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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 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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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 23, 2026

S 5110: Improving America's Literacy Act

The Improving America's Literacy Act amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to provide grants to states that implement specific reading instruction methods. These funds are restricted to programs that use evidence-based strategies focusing on phonics and other core literacy skills while explicitly prohibiting the use of the "three-cueing model," an approach that relies on context and pictures for word recognition. The bill also requires states receiving these grants to undergo annual reviews of student outcomes and mandates that school improvement funds be directed only to districts utilizing approved literacy activities. Additionally, the legislation directs the Institute of Education Sciences to conduct research on effective literacy strategies and submit findings to Congress within five years. Finally, the act includes a provision ensuring that these new requirements do not limit protections for students with disabilities or allow the federal government to dictate specific local curriculum content.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides grants to states for evidence-based literacy instruction, explicitly funding programs to improve reading skills.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum

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in committee · United States · House Jul 20, 2026

HRES 1442: Supporting the designation of July 20, 2026, as "National Moon Landing Day".

This resolution supports designating July 20, 2026, as "National Moon Landing Day" to honor the historic Apollo 11 mission and the ongoing Artemis program. The bill encourages Americans to celebrate the achievements of NASA astronauts, engineers, and scientists while honoring those who lost their lives during space exploration efforts. It also aims to inspire young people to pursue careers in STEM fields and promote public awareness of the economic and scientific benefits of human spaceflight.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill aims to inspire youth to pursue STEM careers and promote awareness of space science benefits, indirectly supporting education goals.80% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9853: Right to Learn Act of 2026

The Right to Learn Act of 2026 creates a grant program to help schools and community organizations support students and staff affected by immigration enforcement actions. Funds awarded by the Department of Education can be used to hire trauma-informed counselors, provide emergency assistance like food and legal referrals, and train educators on culturally responsive care. The bill strictly prohibits schools from collecting or sharing personal data about a student's immigration status and forbids denying services based on that status. Eligible recipients include public schools, early childhood programs, universities, and legal service providers, with a total funding authorization of $250 million over five years.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates a grant program to fund trauma-informed counselors, emergency assistance, and educator training, directly strengthening school resources and student support.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill provides funding for trauma support and explicitly prohibits schools from collecting immigration data, protecting immigrant students.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement

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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

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in committee · United States · House Jul 15, 2026

HR 9698: Advanced Coursework Equity Act

The Advanced Coursework Equity Act establishes a federal grant program designed to increase access to advanced science, technology, engineering, and mathematics courses for students in under-resourced schools and historically underrepresented groups. To achieve this, the bill requires recipients to adopt either open enrollment, which allows any student to join without barriers, or universal screening, which uses objective assessments to identify qualified students rather than relying solely on subjective teacher recommendations. Funding is distributed to state and local education agencies to cover costs such as training educators on equity strategies, expanding course capacity, and providing tutoring, with a specific focus on closing achievement gaps in STEM fields. The program includes strict reporting requirements and offers bonus payments to districts that demonstrate the most significant progress in enrolling diverse students in advanced coursework over the three-year grant period.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates a federal grant program to expand access to advanced STEM courses for under-resourced schools and underrepresented groups.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds advanced STEM courses and mandates open enrollment or universal screening to improve digital equity and access for underrepresented groups.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Choice Teachers

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 16, 2026

S 4797: Fresh Starts for Foster Youth Act

The Fresh Starts for Foster Youth Act amends federal law to require states to include legal counseling services for foster youth and to certify that their care plans address specific legal issues like housing, education, and family connections. This legislation directly affects the John H. Chafee Foster Care Program by updating how states must plan for the transition of foster youth into adulthood. The bill takes effect one year after enactment, with a provision allowing a delay if a state needs time to pass new laws to meet these updated requirements.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates care plans address education issues and provides legal counseling for foster youth, enhancing educational access and stability.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates legal counseling for foster youth specifically addressing housing issues, strengthening their ability to secure stable housing.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 6, 2026

HR 9351: COMPASS Act

The COMPASS Act expands protections for military families under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to ensure uninterrupted schooling during permanent relocations. It allows a dependent child of a servicemember to be considered compliant with a new state's homeschooling laws if they were already following the rules of their previous state or their legal residence. This change aims to reduce administrative burdens and prevent conflicting state requirements from penalizing military families who move frequently. By aligning these rules with existing federal protections, the bill seeks to support family stability and the readiness of servicemembers during transitions.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill protects military families' access to education by streamlining homeschooling compliance during relocations, preventing administrative barriers.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands protections for military families and reduces administrative burdens during relocations, directly supporting veteran and dependent welfare.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Military Families National Guard & Reserve Veteran Education

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