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Education across the country

Every education bill from all 50 state legislatures and Congress, introduced in the last 12 weeks and automatically classified by Maddy, our AI policy reader.

Total bills
193
last 12 weeks
Active states
13
jurisdictions with bills
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United States
112 bills
Stance split
177 for 16 against
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in committee · United States · House Sep 1, 2026

HR 10203: Improving Access to Higher Education Act

The Improving Access to Higher Education Act requires all institutions of higher education to establish an Office of Accessibility responsible for informing students about their rights, providing accommodations, and accepting specific documentation like Individualized Education Programs to verify disability status. The bill authorizes competitive grants for colleges to train faculty in accessible teaching methods and to create inclusive programs that lead to degrees or credentials for students with intellectual disabilities. Additionally, it establishes an independent commission to develop guidelines for accessible electronic instructional materials and creates a National Technical Assistance Center to provide resources and technical support to both students and educational institutions.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates accessibility offices and funds grants for inclusive higher education programs, directly advancing educational access.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Higher Education Special Education Student Financial Aid Tags People with Disabilities
Mark DeSaulnier (D)
in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10266: No Elite Athletes Using X-pro status to ensure Prioritizing Recruitment Of Student-athletes (NEAUX PROS) Act

The NEAUX PROS Act prohibits colleges that receive federal student aid from allowing individuals who hold active professional sports contracts to compete in intercollegiate athletics in the same sport. To enforce this rule, the bill conditions continued eligibility for Title IV federal funding on institutions ensuring they do not permit such dual participation, with violations subject to standard financial aid enforcement actions like suspension or termination of funds. The legislation also creates a new federal criminal offense for athletics officials who knowingly recruit or sign professional athletes, carrying penalties of up to five years in prison, or ten years if the act was done for financial gain or as part of a pattern. Individuals may avoid being classified as professional athletes by rescinding their contracts in writing before receiving any compensation or providing athletic services under those agreements.
Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationThe bill restricts intercollegiate athletics eligibility and threatens to cut federal student aid funding for non-compliance, limiting institutional autonomy.75% confidence
Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid
Clay Fuller (R)
in committee · United States · House Aug 31, 2026

HR 10200: Family Leave for Parental Involvement in Education Act

The Family Leave for Parental Involvement in Education Act amends the Family and Medical Leave Act to grant eligible private-sector employees up to 48 hours of unpaid leave per year to attend school conferences or activities for their children or grandchildren. This additional time is capped at 8 hours within any 30-day period and can be taken in intermittent blocks rather than all at once. Employers may require employees to use accrued paid vacation, personal, or sick leave instead of taking this unpaid time off. The bill also extends similar leave provisions to federal employees, allowing them to substitute accumulated annual or sick leave for the new parental involvement entitlements.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill grants leave specifically for parental involvement in school activities, directly supporting family engagement in the education system.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands employee rights by adding unpaid leave for school activities under the FMLA, strengthening workplace flexibility and family support.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Paid Leave
Frederica S. Wilson (D)
in committee · United States · House Aug 31, 2026

HR 10202: High School Voter Empowerment Act of 2026

The High School Voter Empowerment Act of 2026 requires all public high schools in the United States to be designated as voter registration agencies under federal law. Schools must conduct at least one voter registration drive each academic year, with a specific goal of registering eligible students who are at least 17 years old and enrolled in American Government or Economics classes. To support these efforts, the Department of Education would establish a grant program that reimburses schools for the reasonable costs associated with running these drives. Additionally, state election officials may provide voting machines to schools upon request for use in student council elections.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates voter registration drives in high schools and provides Department of Education grants to reimburse costs, directly funding school activities.75% confidence
Sub-Topics K-12 Education Tags Elections
Frederica S. Wilson (D) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Jul 27, 2026

HR 9958: Head Start Expansion and Improvement Act of 2026

The Head Start Expansion and Improvement Act of 2026 broadens eligibility for early childhood education services by including recipients of various public assistance programs, such as food stamps and Medicaid, in the definition of qualifying families. The bill authorizes $36 billion annually from fiscal years 2027 through 2032 to support these expanded operations and creates a separate grant program providing $1 billion per year until 2030 for agencies to repair or upgrade aging facilities with safety hazards. Additionally, the legislation establishes a loan forgiveness program that cancels federal student loans for childcare workers who complete three years of full-time service in Head Start or Early Head Start programs. Finally, it authorizes $6.8 billion annually through 2032 to provide salary supplements to Head Start employees, with funding allocated based on local wage gaps and cost-of-living factors.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $36 billion annually and creates a separate grant program to fund expanded early childhood education services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands Head Start eligibility and allocates $36B annually for early childhood education services and facility upgrades.98% confidence
Sub-Topics Early Childhood Student Financial Aid
Jahana Hayes (D) · 22 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Jul 27, 2026

HR 9959: Green New Deal for Public Schools Act

The Green New Deal for Public Schools Act directs over $700 billion in federal funding to public schools, prioritizing those serving the most vulnerable communities based on CDC social vulnerability rankings. The legislation establishes a new Office of Sustainable Schools and authorizes grants for "healthy green retrofits" that convert school buildings into zero-carbon facilities with clean air, water, and energy systems, while also providing funds to hire additional educators, mental health professionals, and support staff. Additionally, the bill mandates increased federal funding for special education under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and creates a climate resiliency program that allows schools to function as community centers during natural disasters. All grant recipients must adhere to strict labor standards, including prevailing wage requirements, Buy American provisions, and local hiring goals that prioritize residents of the surrounding community.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill directs $700B to public schools for green retrofits and hiring educators, explicitly advancing funding and infrastructure.100% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill funds zero-carbon retrofits and clean energy systems in schools, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and efficiency.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds zero-carbon retrofits and clean energy systems in schools, directly advancing environmental protection and climate goals.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill funds healthy green retrofits for clean air/water and explicitly allocates resources to hire mental health professionals in schools.75% confidence
Sub-Topics Special Education Student Health Air Quality Mental Health
Pramila Jayapal (D) · 17 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Sep 2, 2026

HR 10236: Protecting Student Athletes from Unexpected Tax Liability Act

The Protecting Student Athletes from Unexpected Tax Liability Act requires companies to withhold 30 percent of income tax from payments made for a student athlete's name, image, and likeness. This rule treats these specific commercial payments as if they were standard wages, even though the athletes are not classified as employees. The bill also waives penalties for underpaid taxes in the first year a student athlete is subject to this new withholding requirement. To ensure the policy works effectively, the Treasury Department must report to Congress by 2029 on whether the 30 percent rate is appropriate and how well companies are complying with the law.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates tax withholding for student athletes to prevent underpayment and liability, promoting fiscal compliance and protecting individuals from unexpected tax burdens.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill protects student athletes from tax penalties and ensures proper withholding for NIL income, supporting their financial stability in higher education.75% confidence
Sub-Topics Income Tax
Terri A. Sewell (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · United States · House Sep 2, 2026

HR 10232: To prohibit the transfer of certain offices and functions of the Department of Education to other Federal agencies, and for other purposes.

This bill prohibits the Department of Education from transferring specific program functions to other federal agencies, focusing on offices that manage special education, postsecondary education, Indian education, and elementary and secondary education. It blocks new interagency agreements for these areas but allows existing contracts in place as of February 1, 2025, to continue or be renewed with similar terms. The legislation also requires the Secretary of Education to submit quarterly cost reports to Congress detailing the financial impact of any new interagency arrangements made after that date. Finally, it restricts the use of certain administrative travel funds for the Secretary until these required cost analyses are provided.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill protects the Department of Education by prohibiting the transfer of key program functions (special, postsecondary, K-12) to other agencies, preserving institutional integrity.95% confidence
Sub-Topics K-12 Education Special Education Teachers
John W. Mannion (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Aug 27, 2026

HR 10178: SHIELD Act

The SHIELD Act would prohibit local school districts that receive federal education funds from allowing organizations that provide abortions to distribute information about those services to students on school grounds or through the district's virtual platforms. This ban specifically covers sharing or reposting such materials on social media on behalf of outside abortion providers. The bill defines "abortion-related service" as any medical, surgical, or support care directly related to terminating a pregnancy.
Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationThe bill restricts the distribution of health information in schools and limits school district autonomy regarding student access to specific services.85% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareThe bill restricts access to information about abortion services in schools, limiting patient education and access to reproductive healthcare options.75% confidence
Sub-Topics School Safety Women's Health
W. Gregory Steube (R) · 6 co-sponsors
passed · South Carolina · House Aug 11, 2026

H 5760: Rhiannon Wyatt, Teacher of the Year

A HOUSE RESOLUTION TO CONGRATULATE RHIANNON WYATT OF PAULINE-GLENN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL UPON BEING NAMED 2026 SPARTANBURG COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT 6 TEACHER OF THE YEAR, TO EXPRESS APPRECIATION FOR HER DEDICATED SERVICE TO CHILDREN, AND TO WISH HER CONTINUED SUCCESS IN THE FUTURE.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill formally congratulates a teacher and expresses appreciation for her service to children, which aligns with supporting educators in the K-12 sector.65% confidence
Sub-Topics K-12 Education Teachers
Travis Moore (R)
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