Addressing Teacher Shortages Act of 2023

The Addressing Teacher Shortages Act of 2023 establishes a federal grant program to help schools address teacher shortages, particularly in rural areas and high-need subject fields like STEM, special education, and English as a second language. The bill authorizes grants for schools to implement evidence-based programs including teaching residencies, "Grow Your Own" recruitment initiatives, mentor programs, and 2+2 college transfer programs. It requires at least 25% of funds to address rural shortages, 25% for high-need subject areas, and 25% for diversifying the teaching workforce, with recipients required to track and report on metrics like teacher retention and diversity. The program would run for fiscal years 2024-2029 with authorization for necessary funding.