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Computer Science for All Act of 2023
3/6/2024, 8:15 AM
Summary of Bill HR 4174
The Computer Science for All Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 4174, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of expanding access to computer science education for students across the country. The bill seeks to address the growing demand for computer science skills in the workforce by ensuring that all students have the opportunity to learn computer science, regardless of their background or location.
Key provisions of the bill include:
1. Providing funding for states and school districts to develop and implement computer science education programs from kindergarten through 12th grade. 2. Establishing standards for computer science education to ensure that all students receive a high-quality education in the subject. 3. Encouraging the recruitment and training of computer science teachers to ensure that schools have the necessary expertise to teach the subject effectively. 4. Promoting diversity and inclusion in computer science education by targeting resources to underserved communities and underrepresented groups. Overall, the Computer Science for All Act of 2023 aims to equip students with the skills they need to succeed in an increasingly digital world and to ensure that all students have the opportunity to pursue careers in computer science and related fields.
Key provisions of the bill include:
1. Providing funding for states and school districts to develop and implement computer science education programs from kindergarten through 12th grade. 2. Establishing standards for computer science education to ensure that all students receive a high-quality education in the subject. 3. Encouraging the recruitment and training of computer science teachers to ensure that schools have the necessary expertise to teach the subject effectively. 4. Promoting diversity and inclusion in computer science education by targeting resources to underserved communities and underrepresented groups. Overall, the Computer Science for All Act of 2023 aims to equip students with the skills they need to succeed in an increasingly digital world and to ensure that all students have the opportunity to pursue careers in computer science and related fields.
Congressional Summary of HR 4174
Computer Science for All Act of 2023
This bill establishes a program through which the Department of Education must award grants to states, local educational agencies, and eligible tribal schools to serve as models for national replication of computer science education expansion efforts. Grant recipients must use these funds for certain activities, including training teachers to teach computer science and expanding access to high-quality learning materials and online options.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4174
Bill HR 4174 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 15, 2023. Bill HR 4174 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 15, 2023. Bill HR 4174's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of June 15, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4174
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
54Democrat Cosponsors
52Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4174
Primary Policy Focus
EducationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4174
Computer Science for All Act of 2023
Computer Science for All Act of 2023
To authorize the Secretary of Education to carry out a program to increase access to prekindergarten through grade 12 computer science education.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4174
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