Education

in committee · United States · House Jan 28, 2025

HR 777: Closing the College Hunger Gap Act

This bill requires the U.S. Department of Education to proactively notify eligible college students about potential access to SNAP (food stamp) benefits. It targets students with a negative or zero student aid index (SAI) who file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The Department must send annual written and electronic notices explaining SNAP eligibility and providing state contact information for applying. The bill also mandates consultation between the Education and Agriculture Departments to design these notifications. This is a policy change focused on improving access to nutrition assistance for low-income students already enrolled in college.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational access by removing food insecurity barriers for college students, directly supporting higher education retention through SNAP eligibility outreach.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid Student Health

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in committee · United States · House Feb 25, 2025

HR 1557: Stop Sexual Harassment in K–12 Act

This bill requires schools receiving federal funding to increase the number of Title IX Coordinators based on student population (one per 75,000 students in grades 7+ and one per 150,000 students in grades 6 and below), ensuring these coordinators have no conflicting responsibilities. It mandates annual anonymous surveys to assess students' and staff's experiences with sex-based harassment, including off-campus and online incidents, and requires trauma-informed prevention education for students and staff. The bill includes $50 million annually for five years to support schools in implementing these requirements, with priority for underserved areas and schools facing financial burdens. Schools must also monitor complaints, identify patterns of discrimination, and provide clear reporting procedures for sex-based harassment incidents. The legislation aims to improve school responses to harassment through standardized reporting, prevention, and support mechanisms.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates trauma-informed prevention education and Title IX Coordinator requirements to address harassment, enhancing student safety and well-being in K-12 schools.92% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates workplace harassment prevention, surveys, and training for school staff, directly improving workplace safety for employees in education sector.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education School Safety Student Health Employment Discrimination

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passed · United States · House Mar 17, 2026

HR 6392: Home School Graduation Recognition Act

Home School Graduation Recognition Act This bill clarifies that students who complete their secondary education in a home school setting recognized under state law are high school graduates for purposes of eligibility for federal student aid.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands federal student aid eligibility for home-schooled students, enhancing educational access under K-12/college funding framework.90% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 30, 2025

S 163: Protecting Students on Campus Act of 2025

This bill requires colleges and universities receiving federal funds to prominently display a link to file discrimination complaints (based on race, color, or national origin) on their main website homepage. It mandates annual posting of a public awareness campaign about Title VI rights in high-traffic campus locations and on institutional websites. Schools must also submit annual reports to the Education Department’s Inspector General detailing discrimination complaints received, their analysis, and actions taken. The bill aims to improve student awareness of civil rights protections and increase accountability by tracking complaints, requiring transparency through congressional briefings, and auditing high-complaint institutions.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates anti-discrimination measures in higher ed, protecting student access and rights under Title VI as part of educational equity.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · United States · House Sep 2, 2025

HR 5084: Teacher Loan Forgiveness Enhancement Act

HR 5084, the Teacher Loan Forgiveness Enhancement Act, creates a new program to forgive federal undergraduate student loans for public school teachers after 8 years of full-time service. It directly affects public elementary and secondary school teachers who meet the 8-year employment requirement, forgiving the remaining principal and interest on their eligible federal undergraduate loans (including those made, insured, or guaranteed under specific parts of the Higher Education Act). Crucially, the forgiven amount is not considered taxable income under federal tax law. The bill also adds deferment provisions allowing teachers to pause loan payments and interest accrual during their teaching service and for six months afterward.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates federal loan forgiveness program for teachers, increasing government spending to fund public education (an essential program) and aligns with 'funds essential programs' indicator.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationForgives federal loans for public K-12 teachers after 8 years, directly supporting educators by reducing debt burden and retaining teachers in public schools.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid Teachers

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in committee · United States · House Dec 11, 2025

HR 6607: FAAN Act

The FAAN Act (HR 6607) creates a $1 billion grant program to support nursing schools in underserved areas. It provides funding to increase faculty and student enrollment, modernize facilities (like simulation labs), expand clinical partnerships, and prioritize recruitment of underrepresented students and faculty. The bill directly affects nursing schools located in medically underserved areas, health professional shortage areas, rural communities, or those serving historically underrepresented populations. Grants must focus on addressing nursing workforce shortages and improving readiness for public health emergencies, with schools required to report on outcomes like student diversity and infrastructure upgrades.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides $1B grant program for nursing schools in underserved areas, increasing faculty, enrollment, facilities, and underrepresented recruitment - directly funding higher education access and infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds nursing schools in underserved areas to increase workforce, improve access, and support medical professionals - directly advances healthcare delivery.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Healthcare Workforce Public Health

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in committee · United States · House Jun 26, 2025

HR 4155: American Agricultural Security Research Act of 2025

HR 4155 establishes "Centers of Excellence" focused on 11 key agricultural research areas, including biosecurity, digital agriculture, beginning farmer training, and food safety. Eligible institutions - such as land-grant universities, veterinary schools, and Hispanic-serving agricultural colleges - will host these centers, receiving $10 million annually from 2026-2030 to fund research, extension, and education programs. The bill prohibits funding for new construction and requires annual reports on projects, funding sources, and technology transfers. It directly affects agricultural researchers, farmers, and rural communities by strengthening food system resilience and workforce development through targeted research initiatives.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExplicitly funds education programs at higher education institutions (land-grant universities) as part of agricultural research centers, supporting higher education.70% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds research in 'digital agriculture' as a key focus area, advancing technology applications in farming through $10M annual grants for tech-focused agricultural programs.95% confidence

Tags Agriculture Rural Communities

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in committee · United States · House Mar 31, 2025

HR 2506: AID Youth Employment Act

The AID Youth Employment Act creates federal grant programs to support summer and year-round employment for youth aged 14-24, with special focus on marginalized youth including those who are homeless, in foster care, or involved in the justice system. The bill allocates $1.8 billion for summer employment programs and $2.4 billion for year-round programs, requiring eligible entities to form partnerships with educational agencies, workforce development organizations, and community partners. It establishes performance metrics to track employment rates, education enrollment, and credential attainment for participants, with specific requirements that 20% of summer funding support rural areas and 5% support tribal areas. The law includes special provisions for tribal communities and requires annual evaluations to ensure program quality and effectiveness.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill specifically targets youth involved in the justice system for employment support, aiming to reduce recidivism and improve rehabilitation through workforce development partnerships.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires partnerships with educational agencies and allocates $4.2B for youth programs, directly engaging education systems to support marginalized students' access and opportunities.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingTargets homeless youth (a housing issue) through employment programs, addressing homelessness as a core focus, though indirectly via job training.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill creates federal grants for youth employment (14-24) with $4.2B funding, focusing on marginalized groups. Directly advances employment opportunities and standards for vulnerable workers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Property Development Child Labor Workforce Development

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passed · United States · House Feb 3, 2026

HR 1458: VETS Opportunity Act of 2025

HR 1458, the VETS Opportunity Act of 2025, amends VA education benefits rules to ensure veterans using these benefits for independent study courses receive meaningful instruction. It requires that such courses include regular, substantive interaction between students and instructors, and limits eligibility to programs at institutions approved for federal student aid under the Higher Education Act. This directly affects veterans pursuing online or self-paced courses using VA education benefits. The changes apply to courses starting August 1, 2025, and aim to standardize benefit access for qualifying educational programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEnsures VA education benefits cover courses with meaningful instruction and instructor interaction, strengthening quality of higher education access for veterans.80% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAmends VA education rules to ensure meaningful instruction for veterans in independent study courses, strengthening benefit quality and access to approved programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Employment

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 23, 2025

S 204: Families’ Rights and Responsibilities Act

This bill declares parental authority over a child's education, upbringing, and health care as a fundamental constitutional right. It requires government agencies at all levels to demonstrate a compelling interest and use the least restrictive means before interfering with these parental decisions - defining a "substantial burden" as actions like withholding benefits or imposing penalties that constrain parental choices. Exceptions apply only when parental decisions risk serious physical harm or end a child's life. The law applies to all federal and state government actions affecting these rights, adding parental claims to existing legal frameworks like the Religious Freedom Restoration Act.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts government interference in parental education decisions, opposing mandates that constrain parental choices in curriculum and school policies.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects parental rights in healthcare decisions, limiting government interference except in cases of serious physical harm to the child.95% confidence

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