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in committee · United States · House Sep 8, 2026

HR 10315: AI LABS Act

The AI LABS Act directs the Secretary of Education to provide competitive grants to states for establishing or expanding artificial intelligence programs in elementary and secondary schools. These funds are specifically designated for creating dedicated curricula that teach students how to use and understand AI, as well as providing professional development for teachers to integrate these tools into their instruction. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary to conduct a study on how states utilize the grant money and submit a report with recommendations to Congress within one year of enactment.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill directs federal grants for AI curricula and teacher training in K-12 schools, directly funding and expanding educational programs.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds AI education and teacher training, promoting digital literacy and access to emerging technology in schools.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Libraries Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Sep 8, 2026

HR 10314: To direct the Secretary of Education to conduct a study on the efforts of States, local educational agencies, and public elementary and secondary schools to educate students about the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and for other purposes.

This bill directs the Secretary of Education to conduct a study on how states, local school districts, and public schools teach students about the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The study must examine whether 9/11 education is required or optional in curricula, identify available teaching resources and professional development for teachers, and assess the methods used to evaluate student learning. It also requires the Secretary to work with the National September 11 Memorial & Museum and submit a report on these findings to Congress within three years of the law's enactment.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationDirects the Secretary of Education to study and assess curricula, resources, and teacher development for 9/11 education, strengthening educational infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety

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in committee · United States · House Sep 4, 2026

HR 10298: Public Service Loan Forgiveness Inclusion Act of 2026

The Public Service Loan Forgiveness Inclusion Act of 2026 modifies federal student loan rules to make it easier for borrowers in public service jobs to qualify for debt cancellation. The bill changes how qualifying monthly payments are counted by allowing the first 60 payments to count regardless of their amount, while requiring subsequent payments to meet a specific minimum threshold based on a standard 10-year repayment schedule. It also expands eligibility to include payments made under the standard repayment plan and counts months where repayment was suspended due to administrative forbearance as qualifying payments if the borrower remained employed in public service. The Department of Education is required to notify affected borrowers about these changes within 180 days of enactment, with the new payment counting rules applying to those who have not yet made 120 monthly payments.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill expands access to student loan forgiveness for public service workers, directly reducing financial barriers to higher education and supporting educators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Sep 8, 2026

HRES 1518: Expressing support for the designation of September 2026 as National Campus Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

This resolution expresses support for designating September 2026 as National Campus Sexual Assault Awareness Month to highlight risks faced by college students during the start of the academic year. It cites statistics showing that a significant portion of campus sexual assaults occur in the fall, with many victims being incapacitated and knowing their attackers. The text outlines various institutional gaps, including low reporting rates, lack of confidential reporting options, and insufficient training for faculty and law enforcement. By focusing on these issues during a period when many students return to campus, the House aims to raise awareness about prevention and response measures.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill supports higher education by promoting awareness of campus safety issues, aiming to protect students and improve institutional response mechanisms.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · United States · House Sep 10, 2026

HR 10347: Data Science and Literacy Act of 2026

The Data Science and Literacy Act of 2026 establishes a competitive grant program administered by the Secretary of Education to support state agencies, local school districts, tribal schools, and higher education institutions in expanding data literacy and statistics education from pre-kindergarten through postsecondary levels. Eligible recipients must use funds for activities such as developing new curricula, providing professional development for teachers, and creating partnerships with industry or community organizations to reduce access gaps for underrepresented students. The bill authorizes $10 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031, requiring grantees to submit biannual reports on student outcomes disaggregated by race, ethnicity, gender, and income status. Additionally, the legislation amends existing federal law to require the collection of demographic and background data on secondary school STEM teachers in each state every five years.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a federal grant program to fund education initiatives, directly increasing government spending for public services.65% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes grants to expand data literacy education, fund teacher professional development, and develop new curricula across K-12 and higher education.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill funds data literacy and statistics education, which enhances digital skills and workforce readiness in the technology sector.75% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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in committee · United States · House Sep 1, 2026

HR 10206: Restoring Opportunity for Advanced Education Act

The Restoring Opportunity for Advanced Education Act amends the Higher Education Act to permanently restore access to Federal Direct PLUS Loans for graduate and professional students. By removing specific time limits and expiration dates from the law, the bill ensures that these loans remain available without a set end date. This change directly affects graduate and professional students who rely on this funding source for their advanced education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill permanently restores access to Federal Direct PLUS Loans for graduate and professional students, directly advancing educational funding and access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Aug 27, 2026

HR 10182: CEDS Act

The Care is an Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Act amends the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 to require that local economic development plans include strategies for increasing access to affordable, quality care-based services. These services specifically include child care, early childhood education, disability and long-term care, and elder care. The bill directs the Secretary of Commerce to issue implementation guidance within one year of enactment to help grant recipients integrate these requirements into their existing plans. To minimize administrative burden, communities with previously approved development strategies are only required to update their plans for compliance during their next regularly scheduled revision cycle.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates local plans include strategies for increasing access to early childhood education and child care services.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill mandates local plans to increase access to affordable care-based services, including child, disability, and elder care, directly advancing healthcare access.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood Long-Term Care Tags Economic Development

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in committee · United States · House Aug 13, 2026

HR 10097: Earn to Learn Act

The Earn to Learn Act establishes a federal demonstration grant program that provides low-income students with matched savings accounts to help pay for postsecondary education. Under this mechanism, states or nonprofit organizations receive grants to match student contributions at a rate of $8 for every $100 deposited, while also providing financial literacy training and success coaching. The bill explicitly ensures that participation in the program does not reduce a student's eligibility for Federal Pell Grants or other federal student aid. It authorizes $100 million annually for five years to fund these grants, which are capped at $10 million per recipient, and requires the Department of Education to report on the program's impact on savings rates and educational retention.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill creates a federal grant program to fund postsecondary education for low-income students through matched savings and financial literacy training.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Sep 2, 2026

HR 10228: Strengthening Protections for Children with Food Allergies Act

The Strengthening Protections for Children with Food Allergies Act requires that staff working in school meal programs receive specific training on how to prevent, recognize, and treat severe food allergic reactions, including the use of epinephrine. This training must be available in multiple languages and alternative formats for individuals with disabilities, and it will extend to personnel involved in other federal child nutrition programs such as the special milk program and summer food service. Additionally, the bill directs the creation and distribution of evidence-based nutrition education materials for WIC participants who have food allergies, covering needs during pregnancy, postpartum periods, and early childhood. To support these efforts, the legislation authorizes $1 million annually from fiscal years 2027 through 2031 for staff training and a one-time appropriation of $1 million in fiscal year 2027 for WIC education materials.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates specific safety training for school meal staff to protect students with allergies, enhancing student welfare within the K-12 environment.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5312: PROTECT Act

The PROTECT Act directs the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to launch a new initiative aimed at reducing e-cigarette and tobacco use among youth and young adults. The bill authorizes $100 million annually from 2027 through 2031 to fund research on product usage patterns, health impacts, and cessation behaviors, as well as the development of guidance for healthcare providers and schools. Additionally, it requires the creation of public education campaigns and continued funding for state and local health departments to improve access to quit services.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill funds CDC initiatives including guidance for schools and public education campaigns to reduce youth tobacco use, directly supporting educational health programs.65% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill funds CDC initiatives to reduce youth tobacco use, supports research on health impacts, and develops guidance for healthcare providers.95% confidence

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