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Reaching English Learners Act

1/31/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 3605

Bill 118 hr 3605, also known as the Reaching English Learners Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve educational outcomes for English learners in schools across the country.

The bill includes several key provisions aimed at achieving this goal. One of the main provisions is the establishment of a grant program to provide funding to schools with high populations of English learners. This funding can be used for a variety of purposes, such as hiring additional teachers, implementing specialized instructional programs, and providing professional development for educators.

Additionally, the bill calls for the development of standardized assessments specifically designed for English learners. These assessments would be used to measure the progress of English learners and ensure that they are receiving the support they need to succeed academically. Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the importance of parental and community involvement in the education of English learners. It encourages schools to engage with parents and community members to ensure that English learners are receiving the support they need both inside and outside of the classroom. Overall, the Reaching English Learners Act aims to address the unique needs of English learners in schools and provide them with the resources and support necessary to succeed academically. By focusing on improving educational outcomes for English learners, this bill has the potential to positively impact the lives of countless students across the country.

Congressional Summary of HR 3605

Reaching English Learners Act

This bill directs the Department of Education to establish a grant program for preparing future teachers to effectively instruct English learners to achieve at high levels in early childhood education programs and in elementary and secondary schools. Under the program, grants must be given to partnerships between (1) certain institutions of higher education, and (2) high-need local educational agencies or high-need early childhood education programs.

Current Status of Bill HR 3605

Bill HR 3605 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 23, 2023. Bill HR 3605 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 23, 2023.  Bill HR 3605's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of May 23, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3605

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
26
Democrat Cosponsors
24
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3605

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3605

Reaching English Learners Act
Reaching English Learners Act
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to direct the Secretary of Education to award institutions of higher education grants for teaching English learners.

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