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Language Education Data Enhancement Act

12/7/2023, 5:06 PM

Summary of Bill S 2543

Bill 118 s 2543, also known as the Language Education Data Enhancement Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to improve the collection and reporting of data related to language education programs in schools across the country.

The bill aims to enhance the quality and accuracy of data on language education programs by requiring states to report information on the number of students participating in these programs, the languages being taught, and the proficiency levels of students in those languages. This data will help policymakers and educators better understand the needs of English language learners and other students who are learning a second language.

Additionally, the Language Education Data Enhancement Act seeks to promote transparency and accountability in language education programs by requiring states to report on the effectiveness of these programs in helping students achieve proficiency in a second language. This information will be used to identify best practices and areas for improvement in language education. Overall, the Language Education Data Enhancement Act is aimed at improving the quality of language education programs in schools and ensuring that all students have access to high-quality language instruction. By collecting and reporting accurate data on these programs, policymakers and educators will be better equipped to support the needs of English language learners and other students learning a second language.

Current Status of Bill S 2543

Bill S 2543 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 26, 2023. Bill S 2543 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 26, 2023.  Bill S 2543's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of July 26, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2543

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2543

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2543

Language Education Data Enhancement Act
Language Education Data Enhancement Act
A bill to amend the Education Sciences Reform Act of 2002 to require the National Center for Education Statistics to collect, acquire, compile, and disseminate student attainment in languages other than English, and to require the National Center for Education Research to support research on attainment in languages other than English.

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