Teacher, Principal, and Leader Residency Access Act

Senate Bill 3171 - Teacher, Principal, and Leader Residency Access Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2022-12-30T08:33:19Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 3171 Teacher, Principal, and Leader Residency Access Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Education. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/30/2022, 8:33 AM

Congressional Summary of S 3171

Teacher, Principal, and Leader Residency Access Act

This bill expands the federal work-study programs at institutions of higher education (IHEs) to include work-study programs that compensate students serving in a residency program at the IHE. Residency program refers to a school-based educator preparation program in which a prospective teacher, principal, or school leader (1) works for one academic year with a mentor teacher, principal, or other school leader; (2) receives concurrent instruction from the IHE; (3) acquires effective teaching or school leader skills; and (4) attains certification or licensure prior to completion of the program.

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Current Status of Bill S 3171

Bill S 3171 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 4, 2021. Bill S 3171 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on November 4, 2021. Bill S 3171's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of November 4, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3171

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3171

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Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3171

Teacher, Principal, and Leader Residency Access Act

A bill to ensure that Federal work-study funding is available for students enrolled in residency programs for teachers, principals, or school leaders, and for other purposes.