Education

in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10277: Access to School Supplies Act of 2026

The Access to School Supplies Act of 2026 establishes a five-year pilot program that provides competitive grants to up to ten local school districts serving high-poverty schools. These funds are intended to help districts purchase books, supplies, and other materials for students and instructional staff at no cost. The legislation authorizes $100 million annually from fiscal years 2027 through 2031 and requires recipients to submit annual reports detailing how the money was spent and which schools benefited. A small portion of the total funding is reserved for outlying areas and Bureau of Indian Education schools, while the program sunsets on September 30, 2031.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes $100 million annually in federal grants to fund school supplies for high-poverty districts, directly increasing government spending on public education.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides $100M annually to fund school supplies for high-poverty districts, directly advancing educational access and resource availability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Libraries School Funding

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 4668: Protect College Sports Act of 2026

The Protect College Sports Act of 2026 establishes new rules to protect student athletes and regulate college sports broadcasting by amending existing federal laws. It requires colleges and athletic associations to allow athletes to earn money from their name, image, and likeness without losing eligibility, while mandating that athletes disclose agreements worth more than $600 annually. The bill also introduces stricter health and safety standards, including independent medical authority for return-to-play decisions and expanded medical coverage for injuries sustained during competition. Additionally, it creates a new commission to study the future of college athletics and modifies broadcasting laws to ensure local market access for games and prevent large conferences from merging in ways that reduce the number of participating schools.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill protects student athletes' rights to earn from NIL and improves health standards, directly supporting educational access and student welfare.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill introduces stricter health and safety standards and independent medical authority for athletes, directly protecting their health.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill allows athletes to earn money from NIL and mandates disclosure, protecting worker rights and expanding economic benefits for student athletes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · United States · House May 13, 2026

HR 8798: Universal School Meals Program Act of 2026

The Universal School Meals Program Act of 2026 mandates that all public schools provide free breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, regardless of income. It establishes specific funding rates for these meals, adjusts payments based on the use of locally sourced food, and eliminates the ability of schools to collect debt for unpaid charges. Additionally, the bill expands free meal access to summer programs, afterschool care, and incarcerated juveniles while updating poverty measurement standards across various federal education and nutrition laws.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill expands free meal access to incarcerated juveniles, addressing a specific criminal justice population and potentially aiding rehabilitation.65% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates free meals for all students, expands access to summer and after-school programs, and removes debt barriers, directly enhancing educational access and student welfare.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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in committee · United States · House May 4, 2026

HRES 1255: Supporting the designation of the week of May 4 through May 8, 2026, as "Teacher Appreciation Week".

This resolution formally recognizes the week of May 4 through May 8, 2026, as "Teacher Appreciation Week" to honor the work of public school educators. It highlights the importance of teachers in the education system and notes that a majority of them support various policies, including protections for students and funding for public schools. The document also expresses the view that teachers should have a direct role in education policymaking at federal, state, and local levels. By issuing this designation, the House of Representatives aims to acknowledge the value of teachers and encourage government leaders to engage with them on issues affecting the classroom.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill honors teachers and advocates for their role in policymaking, directly supporting educators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Teachers

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in committee · United States · House Apr 30, 2026

HR 8606: CHARTER Act

The CHARTER Act aims to ensure that public funds for charter schools are not used to generate profits for for-profit companies. It directly affects charter schools receiving federal money by prohibiting them from contracting with for-profit entities to run, manage, or oversee their daily operations. While the bill allows schools to hire for-profit vendors for specific services like food, supplies, and transportation, it strictly bans contracts where a for-profit company controls the school or takes a cut of its revenue. These rules will only apply to new or renewed contracts made after the law is passed, with full enforcement beginning three years later.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill protects public funds from for-profit exploitation, ensuring resources remain for educational purposes rather than corporate profit.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Choice

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in committee · United States · House Apr 21, 2026

HR 8404: 21st Century Entrepreneurship Act

The 21st Century Entrepreneurship Act directs the Small Business Administration to develop and implement an entrepreneurship curriculum for students in community learning centers, primarily targeting youth from disadvantaged communities. The bill requires the SBA to work with the SCORE program, which consists of retired business executives, to create teaching materials and train volunteers to deliver this curriculum in partnership with education specialists and other business groups. Additionally, the legislation amends existing laws to formally include entrepreneurship education in the Elementary and Secondary Education Act and mandates that the SBA submit biennial reports to Congress on program implementation, funding usage, and student outreach.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates development and implementation of an entrepreneurship curriculum for students, expanding educational access and enhancing student programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum Tags Small Business

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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 · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8333: YouthBuild for the Future Act

The YouthBuild for the Future Act aims to strengthen and expand the existing YouthBuild program, which provides education and job training to young people. The bill increases authorized funding for the program and creates a new grant program to foster partnerships between YouthBuild programs and employers, aiming to develop more employment opportunities for participants. It reserves a portion of increased funds for rural areas and programs serving Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities. Furthermore, the bill expands the types of supportive services YouthBuild programs can offer, including meals and assistance with applying for federal and state benefit programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases funding for YouthBuild program, expands educational access for young people, and creates new partnerships to enhance job training and education opportunities.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill strengthens YouthBuild program, increases funding, and creates employer partnerships to develop employment opportunities for young people.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Apprenticeships Workforce Development Tags Tribal Nations

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in committee · United States · House Apr 23, 2026

HRES 1209: Recognizing the significance of "Community College Month" in April as a celebration of more than 1,000 institutions throughout the United States supporting access to higher education, workforce training, and more, broadly sustaining and advancing the Nation's economic prosperity.

This resolution designates April as "Community College Month" to recognize the significance of community colleges across the United States. It celebrates over 1,000 institutions for their role in providing accessible higher education and workforce training, and for contributing to the nation's economic prosperity.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill designates Community College Month to recognize and celebrate community colleges for providing accessible higher education and workforce training, supporting educational access and economic prosperity.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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