Education (Student Health)

in committee · United States · Senate Sep 4, 2025

S 2707: FEED Act of 2025

The FEED Act of 2025 amends the Food and Nutrition Act to exclude certain income earned by students under 21 participating in career and technical education (CTE) programs from household income calculations for food assistance programs like SNAP. It specifically exempts income from apprenticeships, internships, or work-based learning programs directly tied to their CTE enrollment, provided the student lives with a parent or under parental control. Households must verify the student’s enrollment in a qualifying CTE program and their age/relationship through documentation. This change directly affects low-income students in CTE programs who earn work-based income, making it easier for them to qualify for food assistance without losing benefits due to that income.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExempts CTE student income from SNAP calculations, removing financial barriers to career education participation and enabling continued enrollment in educational programs.92% confidence

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

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 3, 2025

S 377: Students Helping Young Students Act of 2025

This bill amends the Higher Education Act to expand the Federal Work-Study program, allowing colleges to use funds for student-led after-school programs at public K-12 schools. It directly affects colleges participating in the work-study program and public elementary/secondary schools that partner with them. Key provisions require colleges to prioritize schools in low-income communities, cover student compensation (including training/travel) for these after-school activities, and allow federal funding to exceed 75% of costs. The Secretary must establish a registration process for schools within 180 days of enactment.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands Federal Work-Study to fund student-led after-school programs in K-12 schools, prioritizing low-income communities to increase educational access and support school programs.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands work-study funding to pay student workers in after-school programs, directly supporting student employment opportunities through federal compensation coverage.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid Student Health Child Labor

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in committee · United States · House Apr 1, 2025

HR 2577: PLAN for School Safety Act of 2025

HR 2577, the PLAN for School Safety Act of 2025, establishes a federal grant program to create statewide or regional School Safety Development Centers. These centers, funded through $25 million annually (2026-2030), will provide schools - especially those in rural, Tribal, or low-resourced communities - with free, customized consulting to develop or improve evidence-based school safety and mental health plans. Centers must offer tailored consultations, help schools access federal/state funding, and provide training, while prohibiting the use of funds for firearm training or hiring school staff. The bill directly affects public schools and their communities by supporting data-driven safety planning without altering existing civil rights or safety laws.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $25M annually for school safety centers to develop evidence-based safety/mental health plans, targeting underserved schools, advancing educational safety infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds mental health plans for schools via $25M grants, directly supporting mental health services as part of school safety programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Student Health Mental Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Sep 11, 2025

S 2778: Local School Foods Expansion Act of 2025

S 2778, the Local School Foods Expansion Act of 2025, expands a program under the National School Lunch Act to require states to procure domestically grown unprocessed fruits and vegetables for school meals. It increases the number of participating states from 8 to 14, mandates states to support small/local farmers, Tribal producers, and socially disadvantaged communities, and allocates $25 million annually (2026-2030) for implementation. The bill requires states to demonstrate commitments to these groups, track procurement costs and benefits, and report on program challenges. The program includes $10 million yearly for administrative costs and technical assistance, with a minimum $500,000 per participating state, and mandates a federal evaluation of the program's impact on procurement, school meals, and agricultural producers.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $25M annually to expand school meal program, requiring local produce procurement and supporting disadvantaged communities, directly advancing K-12 school nutrition funding and access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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in committee · United States · House Jun 30, 2025

HR 4253: Expanding Access to Mental Health Services in Schools Act of 2025

The Expanding Access to Mental Health Services in Schools Act of 2025 creates a federal grant program to help high-need schools hire and retain mental health professionals like counselors, psychologists, and social workers. It targets schools in the top 15% of need (based on student poverty or counts) that lack required staff ratios, such as one counselor per 250 students. Grants fund recruitment incentives (e.g., student loan repayment), retention programs, and evidence-based mental health services, with recipients required to contribute 25% of costs from non-federal funds. Schools must report annually on staff numbers, student-to-staff ratios, and retention rates to track progress toward improved mental health access.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides school mental health services, a proven prevention strategy that reduces youth involvement in criminal justice system and supports reform by lowering recidivism.80% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFederal grants fund mental health staff in high-need schools, directly expanding access to student support services and addressing staffing shortages per educational access criteria.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates federal grants to fund mental health professionals in schools, directly expanding access to mental health services, a core healthcare component per topic description.90% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Student Health Teachers Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Feb 27, 2025

HR 1649: Expanding Student Access to Mental Health Services Act

HR 1649, the Expanding Student Access to Mental Health Services Act, amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to allow states and school districts to use existing federal funds for student mental health services. It directs states to support mental health by identifying best practices for mental health first aid, establishing school emergency response teams, coordinating with local health providers, and expanding telehealth access. School districts must now specify how they will use funds for these mental health activities in their grant applications. The bill also permits schools to use technology infrastructure for mental health services without counting against separate technology funding limits.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands student mental health access using existing ESEA funds, directly enhancing educational access and student well-being per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAmends ESEA to use federal funds for student mental health services, expands telehealth access, and mandates coordination with health providers.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly expands telehealth access, a technology-dependent service, promoting digital equity in mental health care delivery within schools.92% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Student Health Mental Health Telehealth

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 15, 2026

S 3669: Plant-Powered School Meals Pilot Act

The Plant-Powered School Meals Pilot Act establishes a federal grant program to help schools serve 100% plant-based meal options, targeting school food authorities serving at least 50% of students eligible for free or reduced-price meals. The program provides up to $10 million in funding for three-year grants to cover staff training, procurement of plant-based foods from organic and underserved producers, and educational activities about plant-based nutrition. Schools must report annually on the number of plant-based meals served and prioritize serving high-need student populations. The bill also includes a separate pilot to reimburse schools for nondairy beverage substitutes for milk, but the primary focus is on expanding plant-based meal options in schools.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides $10M in grants for plant-based school meals in qualifying schools, directly increasing funding for school nutrition programs that support student health and educational access.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds plant-based school meals and nutrition education, advancing public health programs under healthcare's scope by promoting preventive nutrition in schools.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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in committee · United States · House Dec 17, 2025

HR 6795: School MEALS Act of 2025

The School MEALS Act of 2025 aims to improve automatic enrollment in free school meals for low-income students by expanding "direct certification" - a process where schools enroll eligible children without requiring separate applications. It provides $28 million in grants to states and tribal organizations to upgrade technology, train staff, and coordinate with other benefit programs (like SNAP), with priority for areas with low current enrollment rates. The bill also raises the target direct certification rate from 10% to 20% for some schools and extends data collection deadlines for community eligibility programs. These changes directly affect students from low-income households, schools, and state/local education agencies managing meal programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides $28M grants to expand free school meal access via direct certification, improving educational access for low-income students.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProvides $28M grants to upgrade technology for school meal enrollment systems, directly funding tech infrastructure to improve efficiency and coordination.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid Student Health Data Privacy

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in committee · United States · Senate Sep 18, 2025

S 2889: Protecting Student Athletes from Concussions Act of 2025

This bill requires public schools receiving federal education funds to implement concussion safety protocols. Schools must develop plans including staff training, visible posting of evidence-based concussion information, immediate removal from activities if a concussion is suspected, and written medical clearance before returning to sports. It also mandates academic accommodations like modified assignments and cognitive rest during recovery, applying to all students regardless of where a concussion occurred. States failing to comply face reduced federal education funding (5% the first year, 10% thereafter). The law directly affects public school students, athletes, and school staff across all grade levels.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates concussion safety protocols, staff training, and academic accommodations in schools, protecting student health and ensuring continued learning access during recovery.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates concussion safety protocols including medical clearance and academic accommodations, advancing student health services in schools. Directly supports healthcare access and public health initiatives.90% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Student Health Substance Abuse

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in committee · United States · House Nov 17, 2025

HR 6065: Farm to School Act of 2025

The Farm to School Act of 2025 updates federal programs to connect schools and early childhood programs with local farms. It expands eligibility to include more institutions (beyond just schools) and requires projects to include activities like planting gardens, buying from nearby farmers, or teaching about food/nutrition. The bill increases annual funding to $10 million and sets a $500,000 cap per grant, while prioritizing projects serving socially disadvantaged communities and incorporating tribal foods and traditional practices. It also mandates a review every three years to identify and address barriers for small farmers, tribal producers, and schools trying to implement these programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationIncreases $10M annual funding for farm-to-school programs, expands educational access via nutrition curriculum and garden activities, prioritizes disadvantaged communities in K-12 settings.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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