Education (K-12 Education)

in committee · United States · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4618: Elementary and Secondary School Counseling Act

The Elementary and Secondary School Counseling Act creates a new funding program to hire more counselors, psychologists, and social workers for schools with high numbers of low-income students. These funds are distributed to states, which then award subgrants to local school districts to help them reach recommended staffing ratios of 250 students per counselor, 500 per psychologist, and 250 per social worker. To qualify for the money, states must match the federal grant with their own funds and submit detailed plans showing how they will prioritize high-need schools. The bill also requires regular reporting on how many mental health staff are hired and the current student-to-staff ratios in participating schools.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates funding to hire more counselors and social workers, directly enhancing student support services and educational access.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill funds hiring of school counselors and psychologists, directly expanding mental health services and access for students.85% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Safety Student Health Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 8747: K–12 AI Literacy and Readiness Act of 2026

The K-12 AI Literacy and Readiness Act of 2026 amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to allow federal funding for artificial intelligence education in schools. This legislation directly affects states, local school districts, and educational staff by permitting the use of funds to teach students how to use AI safely and responsibly. Additionally, the bill authorizes money for professional development programs that equip teachers, librarians, and administrators with the skills to teach and utilize AI effectively. By adding these specific allowable uses to existing federal education grants, the act provides a clear pathway for integrating AI literacy into the K-12 curriculum.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly authorizes federal funding for K-12 AI education and teacher professional development, directly advancing the budget topic by allocating resources to essential programs.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to allow federal funding for AI literacy, directly supporting student education and teacher professional development.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly funds AI literacy education and teacher training to promote safe and responsible technology use in schools.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education Libraries Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 28, 2026

S 4414: LIFT AI Act

The LIFT AI Act authorizes the National Science Foundation to provide competitive grants to universities and nonprofits for developing AI literacy programs in K-12 schools. These funds are intended to create educational curricula, train teachers on the responsible use of artificial intelligence, and build tools to assess student proficiency in AI concepts. The legislation defines AI literacy as the ability to use, interpret, and mitigate risks associated with AI technology in an age-appropriate manner. By supporting research and professional development, the bill aims to prepare the next generation of students to effectively navigate and innovate within an AI-driven world.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes NSF grants to develop AI literacy curricula, train teachers, and build assessment tools for K-12 schools.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds AI literacy programs to educate students and teachers on responsible AI use and risk mitigation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House May 12, 2026

HR 8752: Full-Service Community School Expansion Act of 2026

The Full-Service Community School Expansion Act of 2026 authorizes billions of dollars in federal funding to expand a program that helps public schools in high-poverty areas provide integrated student supports, extended learning time, and active community engagement. The bill establishes specific roles for coordinators and directors to manage these efforts and requires schools to form leadership teams that include students, parents, educators, and community members. Funding is distributed through competitive grants to local educational agencies, states, and tribal organizations, with priority given to schools serving low-income students and those in rural or tribal areas. The legislation also mandates regular reporting on student outcomes and school climate to ensure accountability and continuous improvement.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly authorizes billions in federal funding to expand community school programs, directly increasing government spending on education.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes billions in federal funding to expand community schools, extend learning time, and improve student supports in high-poverty areas.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Student Financial Aid Student Health

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in committee · United States · Senate May 14, 2026

S 4535: Strength in Diversity Act of 2026

The Strength in Diversity Act of 2026 creates a competitive grant program for school districts and state agencies to develop and implement plans that increase racial and socioeconomic diversity in public schools. To receive funding, eligible entities must submit detailed applications outlining how they will reduce isolation in schools, engage with communities, and improve academic outcomes for all students. The bill authorizes the use of funds for activities such as redrawing school boundaries, revising student assignment methods, recruiting diverse staff, and creating transportation plans to encourage attendance across different neighborhoods. Grants are awarded based on the quality of the proposed plan and its potential to meaningfully decrease segregation while maintaining high academic standards.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates competitive grants to increase diversity and improve academic outcomes in public schools, directly strengthening educational access and student programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education

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in committee · United States · House May 15, 2026

HR 8859: Creating Early Childhood Leaders Act

The Creating Early Childhood Leaders Act amends the Higher Education Act to require that school leaders receive specific training on early childhood education. This new requirement ensures that principals and other school administrators understand child development and can effectively support pre-kindergarten programs. By adding these educational standards, the bill aims to help school leaders better manage and guide developmentally appropriate instruction for young students.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates training for school leaders on early childhood education, enhancing their ability to support pre-kindergarten programs and improve educational outcomes.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood K-12 Education

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in committee · United States · House May 4, 2026

HRES 1254: Recognizing the roles and contributions of elementary and secondary school teachers in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.

This House Resolution formally recognizes the contributions of elementary and secondary school teachers in the United States. It thanks educators for their dedication to students and communities during National Teacher Appreciation Week. The measure encourages parents, administrators, and officials to acknowledge the profession during the designated week in May.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly recognizes and thanks teachers, directly supporting educators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Teachers

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in committee · United States · House Apr 21, 2026

HR 8402: Civics Learning Act of 2026

The Civics Learning Act of 2026 amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to expand federal funding and support for civics education in K-12 schools. The bill directs the Department of Education to distribute $70 million in grants to schools, with at least 60 percent reserved for elementary and middle schools and a preference for programs that include hands-on civic engagement, constitutional history, and civil rights education. It also requires grant recipients to submit annual reports detailing how they meet civics education goals and ensures geographic diversity in funding distribution across urban, suburban, and rural areas.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $70M in federal grants to expand civics education funding and supports essential school programs.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly allocates $70M in federal grants to expand civics education and requires hands-on engagement, directly strengthening K-12 educational programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 15, 2026

SRES 670: A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of the 2026 Day of Silence in bringing attention to anti-LGBTQI+ bullying, harassment, discrimination, and other forms of victimization faced by individuals in schools, and calling on communities across the country to take action to demand equal educational opportunity, basic civil rights protections, and freedom from erasure for all students, particularly LGBTQI+ young people, in K-12 schools.

This Senate resolution (SRES 670) expresses support for the goals of the 2026 Day of Silence, an event designed to highlight anti-LGBTQI+ bullying, harassment, and discrimination faced by individuals in K-12 schools. It focuses on improving the educational environment for all students, particularly LGBTQI+ young people, by drawing attention to issues like unequal educational opportunity and a lack of civil rights protections. The resolution encourages states, cities, and local school districts to adopt laws and policies that explicitly prohibit bullying and discrimination against students, teachers, and other school staff based on their sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill supports improving educational environment for LGBTQI+ students by addressing bullying and discrimination, enhancing equal educational opportunity and civil rights protections in K-12 schools.85% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Safety

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in committee · United States · House Apr 14, 2026

HR 8268: Biotechnology for All High School Students Act

This bill, titled the "Biotechnology for All High School Students Act," aims to expand biotechnology education for secondary school students across the United States. It authorizes a competitive grant program for eligible entities, such as schools, colleges, and non-profit organizations, to support new and existing biotechnology education initiatives. Funds from these grants can be used for purposes like professional development for teachers, developing curricula, acquiring laboratory equipment, establishing partnerships, and creating transferable biotechnology credentials for students. The bill also establishes a National Biotechnology Education Consortium to provide support and recommendations for these programs, promoting coordination and resource sharing among various stakeholders.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes grant program to expand biotechnology education in high schools, funding teacher development and curriculum improvements95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill expands biotechnology education funding and resources for high school students, strengthening STEM technology education access.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education K-12 Education

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