Education

in committee · United States · Senate Mar 19, 2026

S 1813: High-Quality Charter Schools Act

This bill creates a 75% federal tax credit for individuals donating cash or securities to approved nonprofit charter school organizations. The credit is limited to 10% of adjusted gross income or $5,000 annually, and applies only to organizations meeting strict criteria (like 501(c)(3) status, performance-based state selection, and annual audits). It requires these organizations to spend 100% of donations on charter school creation/expansion within five years and caps total annual tax credits at $5 billion, allocated by state. The credit is designed to incentivize private funding for charter schools while ensuring accountability through spending rules and oversight.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates 75% federal tax credit for donations to charter schools, providing tax relief to donors and incentivizing charitable contributions.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates 75% federal tax credit to fund charter school expansion, increasing private investment in K-12 education access and infrastructure per bill's funding mechanism.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits School Choice

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 5, 2025

S 404: Focus on Learning Act

The Focus on Learning Act requires the Surgeon General to study how mobile device use affects student learning, mental health, and school climate in K-12 schools. It establishes a pilot program offering $5 million to fund secure containers/lockers for schools to create "mobile device-free environments" during school hours (excluding school-issued devices). Participating schools must maintain communication systems for staff/emergency response, have clear parent contact processes, and get parental input before implementing the policy. The bill directly affects elementary and secondary schools, students, and parents by mandating a study and pilot program to test device-free learning environments.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $5M for pilot program creating device-free school environments to study learning impacts, directly advancing educational climate and student well-being goals.90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts personal mobile device use in schools via device-free zones, limiting technology access during school hours.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Libraries School Safety Student Health

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in committee · United States · House Sep 11, 2025

HR 5307: Learn and Serve America Reinvestment Act

This bill provides $40 million annually for the Learn and Serve America program, which funds service-learning projects in schools and community organizations. It expands eligibility to include individual school districts and groups of school districts (consortia), allowing more educational institutions to participate. The bill also reserves 2-3% of funds for tribal programs through the Bureau of Indian Affairs. These changes aim to increase access to service-learning opportunities for students nationwide by updating program administration and funding distribution.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides $40M annual funding for service-learning in schools, expands eligibility to more districts, and reserves funds for tribal programs, directly advancing educational access and programs.95% confidence

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introduced · United States · Senate Jan 27, 2026

S 3627: Pregnant Students’ Rights Act

S 3627, the Pregnant Students’ Rights Act, requires colleges and universities participating in federal student aid programs to provide clear information about pregnancy-related resources and accommodations to all enrolled students. The bill mandates annual email notifications, inclusion in student handbooks and orientations, and availability at health centers and websites, detailing campus/community resources, available accommodations, and how to file Title IX complaints. It specifically covers students planning to or currently pregnant who wish to carry a baby to term. The law focuses solely on disseminating existing information and does not create new rights or accommodations. (Bill text amended under Section 485 of the Higher Education Act.)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates higher education institutions to provide pregnancy-related resources and accommodations, enhancing student access and protections under Title IX, directly advancing educational access for pregnant students.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves access to healthcare resources for pregnant students by mandating information about accommodations and health services.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · United States · House Aug 8, 2025

HR 4945: GO Ag Act

HR 4945, the GO Ag Act, creates a $5 million grant program to fund new agricultural education programs in secondary schools. It provides competitive grants (max $100,000 per school) for schools to develop new programs focused on agriculture, including curriculum, equipment, and work-based learning. To qualify, schools must show programs are new, align with regional employer needs, and include sustainable funding beyond the grant. Grantees must track student progress (including special populations) and submit annual reports on program effectiveness through 2028.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates $5M grants for new agricultural education programs in secondary schools, funding curriculum, equipment, and work-based learning initiatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Curriculum

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in committee · United States · House May 20, 2025

HR 3510: Saving Students with Software Act

HR 3510, the Saving Students with Software Act, creates a federal grant program to help schools implement suicide prevention software. The bill directs the Secretary of Education to award grants to states for covering costs of software that monitors student device use in elementary and secondary schools (as defined by existing law). This software automatically alerts school staff if a student types words or phrases related to self-harm or suicide. The program aims to provide schools with funding to adopt this specific monitoring tool, directly affecting school districts and students using school-provided devices. Grants are available for software designed to detect and report concerning language during student device use.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates federal grant program funding suicide prevention software in schools, increasing public service funding95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates federal grants to fund suicide prevention software in K-12 schools, directly advancing student safety and well-being as part of educational programming.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds suicide prevention software in schools, directly supporting mental health services by monitoring self-harm indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Student Health Mental Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Sep 9, 2025

S 2740: RAISE Act of 2025

The RAISE Act of 2025 amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to require states to establish academic standards for artificial intelligence and emerging technologies in K-12 education. It directly affects public K-12 schools and state education agencies by mandating the inclusion of AI-related learning standards within state curriculum frameworks. The key provision inserts the requirement for these standards into existing law, specifically modifying Section 1111(b)(1)(C) to include "standards for artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies." This policy change focuses on integrating AI education into foundational curriculum requirements without specifying funding or implementation details.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates AI curriculum standards in K-12, expanding educational content and enhancing student programs in emerging technologies per ESEA amendment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Curriculum K-12 Education Tags Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 20, 2025

S 152: Student Empowerment Act

The Student Empowerment Act (S 152) expands the use of 529 education savings accounts to cover more K-12 school expenses for students in public, private, religious, or homeschool settings. It allows funds to pay for tuition, curriculum materials, books, online resources, licensed tutoring (with teacher credentials), standardized tests, dual enrollment fees, and licensed educational therapies for students with disabilities. The bill directly affects families using 529 accounts who educate children in elementary or secondary school, including homeschoolers. It changes existing tax rules to include these specific K-12 expenses under 529 account distributions, effective after the bill's enactment. The policy change aims to provide greater flexibility for families managing educational costs at the K-12 level.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands 529 account usage for diverse K-12 expenses (tuition, materials, therapies), increasing educational access across public/private/religious/homeschool settings.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyAllows 529 funds for online resources, expanding digital access to educational tools per bill's explicit allowance.85% confidence

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

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passed · United States · Senate Oct 28, 2025

SRES 471: A resolution calling on Congress, schools, and State and local educational agencies to recognize the significant educational implications of dyslexia that must be addressed, and designating October 2025 as "National Dyslexia Awareness Month".

SRES 471 is a Senate resolution calling on Congress, schools, and state/local education agencies to acknowledge dyslexia's significant educational impact. It designates October 2025 as "National Dyslexia Awareness Month" to promote recognition of dyslexia as a common learning disability affecting up to 1 in 5 people. The resolution emphasizes the need for early screening, evidence-based interventions, and accommodations to support students with dyslexia in achieving reading fluency and academic success. This is a non-binding awareness measure, not a funding or policy change.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCalls for early dyslexia screening, evidence-based interventions, and accommodations to support students' reading fluency and academic success, advancing educational access for learning-disabled students.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Nov 19, 2025

HRES 894: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that strong public education in United States history and civics is essential to preserving the Nation's founding ideals on the eve of the 250th anniversary of the United States.

HRES 894 is a non-binding resolution expressing the House of Representatives' view that strong public education in U.S. history and civics is vital for preserving the nation's founding ideals ahead of the 2026 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. It encourages states and schools to provide age-appropriate instruction on the American Revolution, Constitution, and key figures like George Washington, while promoting voluntary partnerships between schools, museums, and historic sites. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but emphasizes the importance of teaching core principles like liberty, equality, and civic responsibility. It specifically references the 2026 anniversary as a moment to strengthen public understanding of U.S. history and citizenship. This is a symbolic statement, not a policy with enforceable requirements.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEncourages age-appropriate U.S. history/civics instruction and partnerships, promoting curriculum enhancement without funding cuts or restrictions.90% confidence

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