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Teachers LEAD Act of 2023

3/13/2024, 4:19 PM

Summary of Bill S 1502

The Teachers LEAD Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1502, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at supporting and empowering teachers in the education system. The bill focuses on providing resources and professional development opportunities for teachers to enhance their leadership skills and effectiveness in the classroom.

One key aspect of the Teachers LEAD Act is the establishment of a grant program to fund leadership development programs for teachers. These programs would focus on areas such as instructional leadership, mentorship, and collaboration with colleagues. The goal is to help teachers become more effective leaders in their schools and communities.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increasing access to high-quality professional development opportunities for teachers. This includes funding for workshops, conferences, and other training programs that can help teachers improve their instructional practices and better support student learning. The Teachers LEAD Act also emphasizes the importance of teacher retention and support. The bill includes measures to provide incentives for teachers to stay in the profession, such as loan forgiveness programs and increased opportunities for career advancement. Overall, the Teachers LEAD Act of 2023 aims to invest in the professional development and leadership skills of teachers in order to improve the quality of education for students across the country.

Congressional Summary of S 1502

Teachers Leading, Educating, Advancing, and Designing Act of 2023 or the Teachers LEAD Act of 2023

This bill directs the Department of Education (ED) to (1) award competitive grants to eligible entities (e.g., local educational agencies) to carry out teacher leadership programs, and (2) coordinate with the Department of the Interior to develop and implement a teacher leadership program plan for and award grants to Bureau of Indian Education schools. Further, ED may award planning grants to eligible entities to develop program proposals.

The Institute of Education Sciences must conduct an independent evaluation of grant activities.

Current Status of Bill S 1502

Bill S 1502 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 9, 2023. Bill S 1502 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 9, 2023.  Bill S 1502's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of May 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1502

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1502

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1502

Teachers LEAD Act of 2023
Teachers LEAD Act of 2023
Teachers Leading, Educating, Advancing, and Designing Act of 2023
A bill to direct the Secretary of Education to award grants to eligible entities to carry out teacher leadership programs, and for other purposes.

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