Education

in committee · United States · Senate Jan 29, 2025

S 311: ACE Act

The ACE Act expands 529 education savings accounts to cover elementary and secondary school expenses, including homeschooling, tutoring, educational therapies, and materials, for families enrolled in public, private, or religious schools. It increases the annual distribution limit from $10,000 to $20,000 for K-12 expenses and adds a $20,000 annual gift tax exclusion for contributions to these accounts. The bill also requires states with tax-exempt bonds for education to have school choice programs (like vouchers or scholarships) that meet specific eligibility and funding criteria. These provisions directly affect families using 529 plans for K-12 education and states administering education funding. The changes apply to distributions and gifts after 2026, with bond restrictions taking effect upon enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAdds $20k annual gift tax exclusion for education savings, providing tax relief for families through expanded tax-advantaged accounts.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands K-12 education access via increased 529 limits ($10k→$20k) and school choice options, directly strengthening funding mechanisms for families.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Choice Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Feb 13, 2026

HR 7570: Reinvest in Public Schools Act of 2026

This bill modifies tax rules for public school bonds to make certain financing more accessible. It allows school districts to issue bonds for building, repairing, or acquiring school facilities (with 100% of funds used for these purposes) and treat them as tax-exempt, reverting to the pre-December 2017 tax treatment. The key provision reopens a prior tax rule that had expired, enabling districts to use advance refunding bonds for school construction without triggering tax penalties. It directly affects public school districts seeking to finance physical school infrastructure through bond financing. The change applies to bonds issued after the bill's enactment date.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEnables tax-exempt school bonds for facility projects, reducing financing costs and directly increasing public school funding access via revised tax rules.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllows tax-exempt bonds for school facility construction/repair, reducing costs and enabling infrastructure investment - directly advancing public school funding and facilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds School Funding

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in committee · United States · House May 15, 2025

HR 3430: SRO Funding Protection Act of 2025

This bill requires states receiving federal education funds under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to maintain funding for school resource officer (SRO) programs in public schools at either their prior year's level or a 5-year average. It directly affects State Educational Agencies (SEAs), which must annually certify compliance by reporting their SRO funding amounts and officer counts. If a state fails to meet the funding requirement without a waiver for emergencies like disasters, the federal government will reduce its future education funding proportionally. The bill includes a waiver option for states facing extraordinary financial hardship but does not change SRO program requirements or definitions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates states to maintain SRO program funding at prior year or 5-year average levels, preventing defunding of school safety programs and protecting existing budget allocations.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds school resource officer programs, directly supporting law enforcement presence in schools under criminal justice framework.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires states to maintain SRO funding levels under ESEA, protecting school safety program financing as part of educational funding structure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement School Funding School Safety

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in committee · United States · House Feb 12, 2026

HR 7536: GRADUATE Act

The GRADUATE Act (HR 7536) amends tax law to expand the deduction for qualified education loan payments. It allows individuals to deduct up to $10,000 annually (plus $500 per dependent) for interest paid on such loans, increasing the previous limit. The deduction phases out for taxpayers with modified adjusted gross income above $125,000 ($250,000 for joint filers), with the new thresholds applying to taxable years after 2025. This directly affects individual taxpayers with education debt who itemize deductions, reducing their taxable income but not forgiving loan balances. The bill modifies existing tax code sections without creating new government programs or altering loan repayment terms.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax deduction for education loan interest, providing relief to middle-income taxpayers with student debt per tax law amendment.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands tax deduction for education loan interest, reducing debt burden for borrowers and improving higher education affordability/access, aligning with education access indicators.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Student Financial Aid

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passed · United States · Senate Jan 30, 2025

SRES 50: A resolution designating the week of February 3 through 7, 2025, as "National School Counseling Week".

This resolution designates February 3-7, 2025, as "National School Counseling Week" to recognize the role of school counselors. It encourages nationwide observance through ceremonies and activities highlighting counselors' work in supporting students' academic, social, emotional, and career development. The bill does not create new policies or funding but aims to increase public awareness of counselors' contributions to school communities. It directly affects school counselors, students, and schools by promoting recognition of their vital support services.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationDesignates National School Counseling Week to recognize counselors' role in student development, aligning with supporting educators and student programs without funding changes.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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in committee · United States · House Jun 4, 2025

HRES 474: Expressing support for approximately doubling funding for Federal career and technical education programs.

HRES 474 is a symbolic House resolution expressing support for doubling federal funding for career and technical education programs. It specifically urges Congress to authorize $13 billion over 10 years for programs under the Carl D. Perkins Act (currently funded at $1.44 billion annually), aiming to address workforce training needs in the post-pandemic economy. The resolution highlights the need to help workers gain skills for higher wages and job security as the economy evolves. It does not change funding levels but formally requests increased investment in these programs. This resolution directly affects career and technical education programs in schools and community colleges nationwide, which serve students seeking vocational training.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesUrges $13B over 10 years for career education programs, directly increasing federal funding for public services under Perkins Act.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly urges doubling federal funding for career/technical education programs under Perkins Act, directly advancing educational funding and workforce training initiatives.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly urges $13B over 10 years for career training to help workers gain skills for higher wages and job security under Perkins Act, directly advancing labor workforce development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Apprenticeships Workforce Development

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in committee · United States · Senate Oct 28, 2025

S 3063: LIFE with AI Act

The LIFE with AI Act establishes a "Golden Seal of Excellence in Student Data Privacy" for schools that implement robust parental notification systems for educational technology. It requires schools to use real-time consent systems ("instant verification technology") for parental approval of student data use, simplifies opt-out processes for directory information, and prohibits using student photos for facial recognition without consent. The bill also creates new requirements for schools to review third-party educational technology contracts for privacy compliance and establishes a Privacy Technical Assistance Center to help schools navigate data privacy rules. These changes primarily affect elementary and secondary schools, local educational agencies, and educational technology providers, with the goal of strengthening student data privacy protections while enabling responsible AI use in education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates student data privacy protections for schools, requiring parental consent systems and banning facial recognition without consent, thus protecting educational access and privacy.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires real-time parental consent for student data, prohibits facial recognition without consent, and establishes data privacy standards - directly strengthens student data protection in educational technology.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · United States · House Jul 17, 2025

HR 4539: Texture Positive Act of 2025

HR 4539, the Texture Positive Act of 2025, provides federal grants to states to fund subgrants for eligible entities (like minority- or women-owned businesses with 5+ years of experience) to integrate textured hair care training into cosmetology school curricula. The bill requires these entities to teach students specific techniques for shampooing, deep conditioning, braiding, twisting, and styling naturally coiled, curly, or wavy hair. It directly affects cosmetology schools, their students, and approved training providers by mandating this specialized education as part of their curriculum. The law includes reporting requirements to track how funds are used and the number of students and instructors trained.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides federal grants to fund textured hair care training integration into cosmetology school curricula, directly enhancing educational programs for students in higher education institutions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Curriculum

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in committee · United States · House May 21, 2025

HR 3551: Teaching Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander History Act

This bill amends federal education law to require K-12 schools to include Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) history in American history and civics education. It directs the Department of Education to update curriculum standards, teacher training programs, and national assessments to ensure AANHPI contributions and experiences are integrated into existing history lessons. The policy affects all public schools receiving federal education funding by mandating specific inclusion of AANHPI history alongside traditional American history content. This change aims to address historical gaps in curricula that have excluded these communities' diverse roles and experiences.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates inclusion of AANHPI history in K-12 curricula, updating standards and teacher training to integrate diverse historical perspectives, advancing educational content.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education Teachers

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in committee · United States · House Jan 9, 2025

HR 305: One School, One Nurse Act of 2025

HR 305, the One School, One Nurse Act of 2025, authorizes federal grants to help schools recruit, hire, and retain full-time registered nurses. It targets public elementary and secondary schools - especially those in high-need districts with current shortages - to ensure every school has at least one full-time nurse and maintains recommended nurse-to-student ratios. Grant funds can be used for recruitment, converting part-time to full-time roles, increasing salaries for retention, and meeting ratio standards. Schools receiving grants must report annually on nurse staffing, diversity, and progress in addressing student health needs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes federal grants to fund school nurses in high-need districts, directly advancing K-12 student health access and staffing standards through targeted funding.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAuthorizes federal grants to fund school nurses, improving student access to health services in schools and addressing nurse shortages per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Healthcare Workforce

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