Education

in committee · United States · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8507: Precision Agriculture Workforce Training and Development Act

This bill, known as the Precision Agriculture Workforce Training and Development Act, aims to expand educational programs that prepare students for careers in precision agriculture. It directly affects universities, research institutions, and public or private partners by authorizing new grants to support workforce training initiatives. The legislation modifies existing federal funding rules to explicitly include cooperative education programs focused on improving skills in modern farming technologies. By adding these specific categories to research and extension grants, the bill ensures that financial resources are available for developing specialized training partnerships.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly authorizes new grants to expand educational programs and workforce training in precision agriculture, directly funding and strengthening higher education initiatives.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds workforce training in precision agriculture, explicitly promoting skills in modern farming technology.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Tags Agriculture

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in committee · United States · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8499: Saving Lives on Campuses Act of 2026

The Saving Lives on Campuses Act of 2026 requires public colleges and universities receiving federal funding to provide opioid overdose rescue kits across their campuses. These kits, which contain naloxone or similar FDA-approved medications, must be placed in classrooms, libraries, dormitories, and other student facilities, often near automated external defibrillators. Institutions are also tasked with registering kit locations, replacing expired supplies, and training new students on how to find and use them. The law aims to increase access to life-saving treatment for opioid overdoses by ensuring these medical supplies are readily available in high-traffic campus areas.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill enhances student safety and health programs on campuses, directly supporting educational infrastructure and student well-being.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates provision of opioid overdose rescue kits to improve student access to life-saving medical supplies.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Substance Abuse

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 30, 2026

S 4468: Supporting the Mental Health of Educators and Staff Act of 2026

The Supporting the Mental Health of Educators and Staff Act of 2026 aims to improve the well-being of teachers and school employees by establishing federal programs and sharing best practices. The bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services to create an awareness initiative to reduce stigma around seeking mental health care and to distribute evidence-based strategies for preventing suicide and promoting resiliency. It authorizes $45 million over three years to fund grants for schools and universities to implement new mental health programs, offer peer support, and provide professional training on addressing mental health needs. Additionally, the legislation requires the government to conduct a comprehensive review of these efforts and report findings to Congress within two years.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $45M to fund mental health programs for educators, directly supporting teachers and staff well-being.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $45M to fund mental health awareness and suicide prevention programs for educators.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill funds mental health programs and reduces stigma for educators, directly improving workplace well-being and worker benefits.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Aug 20, 2026

HR 8476: No Antisemitism in Education Act of 2026

The No Antisemitism in Education Act of 2026 requires schools and universities receiving federal funds to treat antisemitism with the same seriousness as other forms of discrimination prohibited by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. Under this law, institutions must use the official definition of antisemitism found in a prior presidential executive order to investigate complaints and enforce their own policies. The bill explicitly states that these requirements do not violate free speech rights or override existing state laws, ensuring that Jewish students and staff are protected from harassment and exclusion on campus.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates treating antisemitism as discrimination in schools, protecting students and educators from bias and ensuring a safe learning environment.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · United States · House Apr 30, 2026

HR 8636: Strengthening Educator Workforce Data Act

The Strengthening Educator Workforce Data Act requires the U.S. Department of Education to collect and publish detailed information about public school teachers and principals. This new data will include the number of full-time staff, their years of experience broken down into specific categories, and details on whether they hold required state licenses and certifications in subjects like math, science, and special education. The collected information will be further analyzed by race, ethnicity, and sex to reveal patterns in the educator workforce, with results presented in accessible formats such as graphs and percentages. To protect individual privacy, the bill mandates that the department keep personally identifiable information confidential while making the underlying data publicly available online. These changes will apply to all future civil rights data collections conducted by the Department of Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates data collection on teacher qualifications and experience to improve educator workforce transparency and quality.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Special Education Teachers

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in committee · United States · House Apr 28, 2026

HR 8559: To amend the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 to prohibit certain institutions of higher education from receiving research and development awards, and for other purposes.

This bill prohibits U.S. universities from receiving federal research and development funding for five years if they previously accepted money from specific foreign governments for projects involving artificial intelligence, biotechnology, or quantum computing. The targeted foreign entities include China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Venezuela, Cuba, Turkey, and Qatar, as well as organizations closely tied to these nations. By restricting access to future defense-related grants, the legislation aims to prevent institutions that have collaborated with these countries on sensitive technologies from participating in subsequent national security research.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts federal R&D funding for universities in specific fields, limiting access to resources and potentially hindering research and academic programs.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts federal R&D funding for AI, biotech, and quantum computing research at universities, limiting technological advancement.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Emerging Technology

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in committee · United States · House May 4, 2026

HR 8654: Afterschool for All Act

The Afterschool for All Act significantly increases funding for the Community Learning Centers program, raising the annual appropriation from $1 billion to $10 billion for the fiscal years 2026 through 2035. This expansion aims to support after-school programs in elementary and secondary schools, directly benefiting students and educational institutions that rely on these grants. Additionally, the bill amends the name of the relevant section in the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to remove the term "21st Century," and it raises the corporate income tax rate from 21% to 22% for taxable years beginning after the law is enacted.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly increases federal funding for after-school programs from $1B to $10B, directly strengthening government spending on education.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill significantly increases funding for after-school programs and Community Learning Centers, directly expanding educational access and resources.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Business Taxes Income Tax

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in committee · United States · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8506: SAFE School Act

The SAFE School Act authorizes $900 million in federal grants to help states and local school districts enhance school security. These funds can be used to train and hire veterans or former law enforcement officers as school safety officers, as well as to install physical security measures like metal detectors, surveillance cameras, and reinforced glass. The legislation explicitly allows grants to be awarded to both public and private schools, including those with religious affiliations, without federal interference in how the money is spent. This bill aims to provide resources for schools to improve their safety infrastructure and emergency response capabilities.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds school security measures and hires law enforcement/veterans, directly strengthening safety within the criminal justice context.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $900M to enhance school security, hire safety officers, and install protective measures, directly strengthening the educational environment.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly authorizes funding to hire and train veterans as school safety officers, directly supporting veteran employment.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement School Safety

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 4431: Time for Completion Act

The Time for Completion Act requires colleges to publicly report how many students finish their degree programs within specific timeframes, such as the normal duration, 150 percent, 200 percent, and 300 percent of the expected length. This reporting applies to both short and long programs and must be broken down by student type, including whether they are first-time or returning students and whether they attend full-time or part-time. The law also updates federal financial aid regulations to ensure these completion rates are included in institutional data used for determining eligibility and funding. By mandating consistent and visible display of these statistics, the bill aims to provide prospective students and families with clearer information about graduation timelines at higher education institutions.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates transparency on degree completion times, helping students finish faster and reducing dropout rates, which strengthens educational access and outcomes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Apr 30, 2026

HR 8614: Safe Water in Schools Act of 2026

The Safe Water in Schools Act of 2026 directs federal funding to help schools and child care programs install point-of-use water filtration systems. These filters are intended to prevent exposure to lead in drinking water before testing occurs or to clean up existing contamination. The bill authorizes specific annual funding amounts, increasing from $60 million in 2026 to $72 million in 2030, to support these efforts. Local educational agencies will receive grants to implement the filtration systems at facilities under their jurisdiction. This legislation amends the existing Safe Drinking Water Act to formalize these requirements and funding levels.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides federal funding to install water filtration systems in schools, improving infrastructure and student health.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds water filtration to prevent lead exposure and clean contamination, directly protecting public health and reducing environmental pollution.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Student Health Drinking Water Water Quality

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