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Introduced
07/29/2019
07/29/2019
In Committee
07/29/2019
07/29/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to authorize the Secretary of Defense to make grants to support the study of world languages in elementary schools and secondary schools. This bill directs the Department of Defense to award three-year competitive grants to state and local educational agencies for the establishment, improvement, or expansion of world language (e.g., foreign language or American Sign Language) programs in elementary and secondary schools.
AI Summary
This bill would authorize the Secretary of Defense to make competitive grants to state and local educational agencies for the establishment, improvement, or expansion of world language (e.g., foreign language or American Sign Language) programs in elementary and secondary schools. The bill directs that at least 75% of the funds be used for expanding world language learning in elementary schools, and at least 75% be used to support instruction in languages critical to national security interests. The bill defines "world language" to include any natural language other than English, including critical languages, classical languages, American Sign Language, and Native American languages.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (on 07/29/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/2307/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s2307/BILLS-116s2307is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s2307/BILLS-116s2307is.pdf.pdf |
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