Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act

12/15/2023, 3:59 PM

Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act

This bill requires educational institutions to notify state approving agencies or the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) within 30 days of becoming subject to certain unfavorable actions as a condition of approval for VA educational assistance purposes. For example, a reportable event would include punitive action taken against an educational institution by a state or federal agency.

Institutions that are applying to have nonaccredited courses of education approved for purposes of VA educational assistance must also agree to notify the state approving agency or the VA within 30 days of the institution becoming subject to an unfavorable action.

The state approving agency or the VA must take specified disciplinary action (e.g., revocation of the approval of courses and programs by an institution) if an institution does not comply with the notification requirements prescribed by this bill.

The VA must establish a database within 180 days of the enactment of this bill for risk-based surveys, which deal with the oversight of educational institutions with courses and programs of education approved for purposes of VA educational assistance.

Bill 118 HR 3981, also known as the Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act, aims to expand oversight and accountability in the field of education. The bill was introduced by Representatives Johnny Isakson and Phil Roe.

The main goal of this legislation is to improve the quality of education in the United States by increasing transparency and oversight of educational programs. The bill proposes the creation of a new oversight body that will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of various education programs.

Additionally, the Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act seeks to enhance collaboration between federal, state, and local education agencies to ensure that resources are being used efficiently and effectively. The bill also includes provisions for increasing access to high-quality education for all students, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status. Overall, the Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act aims to promote accountability and transparency in the education system, with the ultimate goal of improving outcomes for students across the country.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 3981

Introduced on
2023-06-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act

This bill requires educational institutions to notify state approving agencies or the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) within 30 days of becoming subject to certain unfavorable actions as a condition of approval for VA educational assistance purposes. For example, a reportable event would include punitive action taken against an educational institution by a state or federal agency.

Institutions that are applying to have nonaccredited courses of education approved for purposes of VA educational assistance must also agree to notify the state approving agency or the VA within 30 days of the institution becoming subject to an unfavorable action.

The state approving agency or the VA must take specified disciplinary action (e.g., revocation of the approval of courses and programs by an institution) if an institution does not comply with the notification requirements prescribed by this bill.

The VA must establish a database within 180 days of the enactment of this bill for risk-based surveys, which deal with the oversight of educational institutions with courses and programs of education approved for purposes of VA educational assistance.

Bill 118 HR 3981, also known as the Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act, aims to expand oversight and accountability in the field of education. The bill was introduced by Representatives Johnny Isakson and Phil Roe.

The main goal of this legislation is to improve the quality of education in the United States by increasing transparency and oversight of educational programs. The bill proposes the creation of a new oversight body that will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of various education programs.

Additionally, the Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act seeks to enhance collaboration between federal, state, and local education agencies to ensure that resources are being used efficiently and effectively. The bill also includes provisions for increasing access to high-quality education for all students, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status. Overall, the Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act aims to promote accountability and transparency in the education system, with the ultimate goal of improving outcomes for students across the country.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title 38, United States Code, to improve the methods by which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs conducts oversight of certain educational institutions, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact
Teaching, teachers, curricula
Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation
Veterans' organizations and recognition

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary10/2/2023

Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act

This bill requires educational institutions to notify state approving agencies or the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) within 30 days of becoming subject to certain unfavorable action...


Latest Action9/19/2023
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.