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No Child Left Inside Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 4:07 PM
Summary of Bill S 1239
The No Child Left Inside Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1239, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote environmental education and outdoor learning opportunities for students in K-12 schools.
If passed, the No Child Left Inside Act would provide funding for schools to develop and implement environmental education programs, as well as support outdoor learning experiences such as field trips, nature walks, and hands-on science activities. The bill also aims to increase access to outdoor spaces for students, particularly those in urban areas who may have limited opportunities to explore nature.
Additionally, the No Child Left Inside Act includes provisions to train teachers in environmental education and to incorporate environmental literacy into existing curriculum standards. The bill emphasizes the importance of teaching students about environmental issues, conservation, and sustainability in order to prepare them to be responsible stewards of the environment. Overall, the No Child Left Inside Act of 2023 seeks to enhance the educational experience of students by connecting them with the natural world and fostering a greater understanding of environmental issues. By providing resources and support for environmental education, this bill aims to ensure that no child is left inside when it comes to learning about the world around them.
If passed, the No Child Left Inside Act would provide funding for schools to develop and implement environmental education programs, as well as support outdoor learning experiences such as field trips, nature walks, and hands-on science activities. The bill also aims to increase access to outdoor spaces for students, particularly those in urban areas who may have limited opportunities to explore nature.
Additionally, the No Child Left Inside Act includes provisions to train teachers in environmental education and to incorporate environmental literacy into existing curriculum standards. The bill emphasizes the importance of teaching students about environmental issues, conservation, and sustainability in order to prepare them to be responsible stewards of the environment. Overall, the No Child Left Inside Act of 2023 seeks to enhance the educational experience of students by connecting them with the natural world and fostering a greater understanding of environmental issues. By providing resources and support for environmental education, this bill aims to ensure that no child is left inside when it comes to learning about the world around them.
Congressional Summary of S 1239
No Child Left Inside Act of 2023
This bill provides support for environmental literacy and environmental education programs in elementary and secondary schools, including by directing the Department of Education to award grants to (1) states for implementing state environmental literacy plans, and (2) local educational agencies and their partners for establishing or expanding outdoor school education programs.
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Current Status of Bill S 1239
Bill S 1239 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 20, 2023. Bill S 1239 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 20, 2023. Bill S 1239's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S1295-1296) as of April 20, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1239
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1239
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 1239
No Child Left Inside Act of 2023
No Child Left Inside Act of 2023
A bill to promote environmental literacy.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1239
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