Students Helping Young Students Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T16:05:36Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 183 Students Helping Young Students Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Education. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 4:05 PM

Summary of Bill S 183

The Students Helping Young Students Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 183, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to encourage high school students to volunteer their time to help younger students with their academic studies.

Under this bill, high school students who participate in the program would receive academic credit for their volunteer work. The bill also provides funding for schools to implement and support these programs, including training for high school students and resources for younger students.

The Students Helping Young Students Act of 2023 aims to improve academic outcomes for younger students by providing them with additional support and mentorship from older students. It also seeks to promote a sense of community and civic engagement among high school students. Overall, this bill is designed to foster a culture of academic excellence and community service in schools across the country. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will have a positive impact on both younger and older students.

Congressional Summary of S 183

Students Helping Young Students Act of 2023

This bill expands the federal work-study programs at institutions of higher education to include work-study programs that compensate students employed in the educational after-school, before-school, or out-of-school community service activities of public elementary or secondary schools.

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Current Status of Bill S 183

Bill S 183 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 31, 2023. Bill S 183 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on January 31, 2023. Bill S 183's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of January 31, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 183

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 183

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Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 183

Students Helping Young Students Act of 2023

A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965, to add a work-study program for off-campus community service at selected after-school activities, and for other purposes.