No Child Left Inside Act of 2023

The No Child Left Inside Act of 2023 would provide federal grants to states to implement environmental literacy plans in K-12 education. These plans would integrate outdoor learning experiences into regular school curriculum, provide teacher professional development focused on environmental content, and create outdoor learning spaces on school grounds. The bill includes a specific grant program for outdoor school education programs that offer multi-day, hands-on environmental experiences aligned with academic standards. Priority would be given to high-need schools serving students from low-income families, with states required to report annually on program implementation and effectiveness.