Education (Testing & Assessment)

in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5332: Cooperative Institute Act of 2026

The Cooperative Institute Act of 2026 establishes a formal program for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to partner with non-federal academic and nonprofit research institutions. These partnerships, known as Cooperative Institutes, are designed to conduct collaborative research, support student and postdoctoral training, and expand scientific capacity in areas relevant to NOAA's mission. The bill authorizes five-year funding awards for these institutes, which can be renewed for an additional five years following a peer-reviewed performance assessment. It also sets specific procedures for selecting new partners through open competition or limited pools, allows for the co-location of federal and institutional staff, and requires detailed reports to Congress before any existing partnership is terminated or allowed to expire.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill funds academic partnerships and explicitly supports student/postdoctoral training, enhancing higher education capacity.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Testing & Assessment

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in committee · United States · House Apr 8, 2025

HR 2746: Fix Moldy Housing Act

HR 2746, the Fix Moldy Housing Act, directs the EPA to study when indoor mold assessment and remediation is necessary and develop nonbinding national standards for safely identifying and fixing mold. It authorizes $50 million annually (2026-2030) to fund state and tribal programs that license mold remediation professionals and provide grants for mold cleanup in public buildings (like schools) and low-income residential properties. States must prioritize high-risk areas and low-income households for funding, while prohibiting use of funds for high-income housing. The bill establishes concrete mechanisms for federal support but does not mandate enforcement or binding requirements for mold remediation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $50M annually (2026-2030) for mold remediation grants in public buildings and low-income housing, increasing government spending on essential public health services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates funding for mold cleanup in public buildings including schools, improving school infrastructure and safety for students and staff.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds mold remediation in low-income residential properties, directly improving housing safety and quality for vulnerable tenants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Testing & Assessment

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in committee · United States · House May 8, 2025

HR 3270: Air Traffic Control Workforce Development Act of 2025

HR 3270, the Air Traffic Control Workforce Development Act of 2025, aims to strengthen the pipeline of air traffic controllers by improving training programs and retention. It provides $20 million annually (2026-2031) for colleges to develop specialized curricula and equipment through the Enhanced-Collegiate Training Initiative program, allowing graduates to be hired noncompetitively as controllers. The bill also establishes a committee to modernize training curricula and the Air Traffic Skills Assessment exam, while creating retention bonuses for certified controllers and mental health training for medical examiners. These changes directly affect colleges offering air traffic control programs, prospective controllers, and current FAA air traffic controllers.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $20M annually (2026-2031) for air traffic controller training programs, directly funding workforce development under state budget priorities.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds $20M annually for colleges to develop specialized curricula and equipment, directly supporting higher education workforce training initiatives.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentFunds specialized training programs and noncompetitive hiring for air traffic controllers, strengthening workforce development and retention within employment standards.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates $20M annually for air traffic controller training programs, directly strengthening aviation workforce infrastructure within transportation sector.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Testing & Assessment Workforce Development Airports

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 12, 2025

S 2050: ASSIST Act

The ASSIST Act (S 2050) increases federal funding for mental health and substance use disorder services provided in schools and school-based health centers. It raises the federal medical assistance percentage (FMAP) for these services to 90% for states, starting one year after enactment, while ensuring this doesn’t reduce existing federal payments or count against territorial spending limits. The bill also creates a new grant program administered by the Health and Human Services Secretary to fund entities like school districts and universities in hiring more licensed mental health providers, requiring culturally competent care and annual reporting on provider numbers and service effectiveness. It prohibits using grant funds for threat assessment teams and mandates a report to Congress on the program’s effectiveness within 18 months.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases federal funding for mental health services by raising FMAP to 90%, directly advancing public service funding under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunding school-based mental health services addresses root causes of criminal behavior, aligning with reform goals to reduce recidivism and improve rehabilitation programs.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationIncreases federal funding for school-based mental health services, directly enhancing student well-being and educational access within K-12 schools.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases federal funding for school-based mental health/substance use services via 90% FMAP and new grants, directly advancing mental health access as per healthcare topic indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Testing & Assessment Medicaid Mental Health Substance Abuse

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in committee · United States · House Dec 11, 2025

HR 6683: Safer Schools Act of 2025

The Safer Schools Act of 2025 establishes a 5-year federal pilot program providing grants to public schools for security risk assessments and physical security upgrades. Public schools that have experienced violent incidents involving multiple people are prioritized for both types of grants. Schools receiving assessment grants must first identify vulnerabilities, while improvement grants fund specific security measures like panic alarms linked to local police, with federal funds covering up to 50% of costs. The program allocates $600 million total ($100M-$300M annually), requiring schools to submit financial reports and post-implementation safety surveys, with annual congressional reports tracking outcomes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates federal grants for school security upgrades, increasing government spending on public safety services per its funding mechanism.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides federal grants for school security infrastructure upgrades, directly enhancing school safety and physical environment for students and staff per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Student Health Testing & Assessment

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 10, 2025

S 3412: Presidential Fitness Test Act of 2025

This bill establishes the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition to revive the Presidential Fitness Test as the primary assessment for a national fitness award, directly affecting schools and youth. The Council, appointed by the President with up to 30 members serving two-year terms, will recommend strategies to restore the fitness test, promote school-based physical education programs, and address childhood obesity. It mandates the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide funding and administrative support for the Council’s work, including expanding fitness opportunities and partnerships with sports organizations. The Council’s functions include advising the President on progress, developing fitness challenges, and addressing the national security impact of sedentary lifestyles among youth.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationPromotes school-based physical education programs and restores fitness assessment, enhancing student health initiatives within K-12 education.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill addresses childhood obesity via school-based physical education programs, a public health initiative involving HHS, directly supporting public health programs as defined.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Testing & Assessment

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in committee · United States · House Dec 10, 2025

HR 6604: Presidential Fitness Test Act of 2025

This bill establishes the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition to advise the President on reestablishing the Presidential Fitness Test as the primary assessment tool for a Presidential Fitness Award in U.S. schools. The Council, appointed by the President, would develop school-based fitness programs, promote physical activity through community partnerships, and address childhood obesity as a national security concern. It directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to fund the Council and its initiatives, with the Council terminating two years after enactment unless extended. The bill specifically aims to impact K-12 schools by integrating the fitness test into physical education programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes mandatory fitness test in schools as new program, enhancing student physical activity initiatives within K-12 education90% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Student Health Testing & Assessment

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in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2025

HR 5123: Indoor Air Quality and Healthy Schools Act of 2025

This bill requires the EPA to establish guidelines for indoor air contaminants like radon, formaldehyde, and carbon monoxide that affect schools and childcare facilities. It mandates a national assessment of indoor air quality in these buildings, with updates every five years, and provides technical assistance to schools and childcare providers to implement air quality improvements. The EPA must publish science-based guidelines with recommended concentration limits for key contaminants and support voluntary building certifications for healthier indoor environments. These provisions directly impact local schools, childcare centers, and state/local governments responsible for building maintenance and health standards.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires EPA guidelines for school air quality, improving physical learning environments and safety, directly supporting school infrastructure as per education policy indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates EPA guidelines to reduce indoor air pollutants (radon, formaldehyde) in schools, directly advancing pollution control and environmental protection in public spaces.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates EPA guidelines for indoor air quality in schools, directly reducing health risks from contaminants like radon and formaldehyde, aligning with public health protection indicators.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates EPA guidelines to reduce workplace contaminants in schools/childcare facilities, directly improving worker safety in employment settings.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood Testing & Assessment Air Quality

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in committee · United States · House Jan 13, 2026

HR 3453: Empower Charter School Educators to Lead Act

HR 3453, the Empower Charter School Educators to Lead Act, creates new federal grants to help educator-led teams plan and open charter schools. It provides up to $100,000 per team for pre-charter planning, targeting groups led by educators with at least 4.5 years of school-based experience (including after-school programs) and a demonstrated ability to lead. To qualify, teams must submit a community needs assessment and a plan showing how their proposed school will address those needs. The bill reserves 5% of relevant funding for these educator-led grants, adjusting existing ESEA grant formulas to prioritize this new support. This directly affects educators seeking to start charter schools and the communities where those schools would operate.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides federal grants ($100k/team) for charter school planning, increasing government spending on education programs.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates federal grants ($100k/team) for educator-led charter school planning, directly funding teacher-led initiatives and community needs assessments to expand educational access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Choice Teachers Testing & Assessment

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in committee · United States · House Jan 3, 2025

HR 83: Ending Common Core and Expanding School Choice Act

This bill changes how federal education funds are distributed by directing funds to follow eligible low-income students (ages 5-17 from families below poverty level) to their families or schools. It allows states to use these funds for qualified expenses like public school tuition, private school tuition at approved schools, or supplemental programs. The bill explicitly prohibits federal officials from mandating specific curricula, assessments, or standards - such as Common Core - requiring states to maintain control over education content. It also repeals existing federal assessment grants, shifting focus to student-centered funding.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands educational access via school choice funding for low-income students and prohibits federal curriculum mandates like Common Core, aligning with support indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum School Choice Testing & Assessment

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