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To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Education, English Language Assistance for fiscal year 2024.

12/15/2023, 3:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2024

Bill 118 hr 2024, also known as the "Limitation on Availability of Funds for Department of Education, English Language Assistance for Fiscal Year 2024," aims to place restrictions on the amount of funds that can be allocated to the Department of Education for English language assistance programs in the fiscal year 2024.

The bill seeks to limit the availability of funds for these programs, which are designed to help non-native English speakers improve their language skills and succeed in academic settings. By placing restrictions on the amount of funding that can be used for these programs, the bill may impact the ability of the Department of Education to provide necessary support to English language learners.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to limit funding for English language assistance programs in order to prioritize other educational initiatives and reduce government spending. However, opponents of the bill are concerned that limiting funds for these programs may disproportionately impact English language learners and hinder their ability to succeed in school. Overall, Bill 118 hr 2024 raises important questions about the allocation of funds for English language assistance programs and the potential impact of limiting funding in this area. It will be important for lawmakers to carefully consider the implications of this bill and its potential effects on English language learners in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 2024

This bill specifies that no FY2024 funding is authorized to be appropriated or made available for the Department of Education's English Language Acquisition program.

Current Status of Bill HR 2024

Bill HR 2024 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill HR 2024 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023.  Bill HR 2024's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of March 29, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2024

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2024

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2024

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Education, English Language Assistance for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Education, English Language Assistance for fiscal year 2024.

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