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Introduced
08/04/2020
08/04/2020
In Committee
08/04/2020
08/04/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
Directs the Department of Education to establish three grant programs to increase enrollment and performance of underrepresented students in advanced courses and programs. Local educational agencies receiving grants or subgrants must use such funds for certain activities, such as conducting community engagement, expanding enrollment of underrepresented students in advanced courses, and providing direct services (e.g., tutoring) to underrepresented students.
AI Summary
This bill establishes three grant programs to be administered by the Department of Education to increase enrollment and performance of underrepresented students in advanced courses and programs at elementary and secondary schools. State educational agencies, local educational agencies, and certain nonprofit entities can apply for these grants. The grant recipients must use the funds to implement mechanisms like open enrollment, universal enrollment, or universal screening to expand access to advanced coursework, provide training to staff on equity strategies, and offer direct services to support underrepresented students in these advanced programs. The bill also requires regular reporting on progress and goals, and provides bonus funding for grantees that make significant strides in advancing equity in their advanced course enrollment and performance.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. (on 08/04/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/7925/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr7925/BILLS-116hr7925ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr7925/BILLS-116hr7925ih.pdf.pdf |
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