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READ Act Reauthorization Act of 2023

3/13/2024, 5:25 PM

Summary of Bill S 41

The READ Act Reauthorization Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 41, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to reauthorize the READ Act, which stands for the Reinforcing Education Accountability in Development Act. This act was originally passed in 2017 and focuses on improving literacy and access to education in developing countries.

The READ Act Reauthorization Act of 2023 seeks to continue and expand upon the efforts of the original READ Act. It includes provisions to increase funding for literacy programs, improve monitoring and evaluation of these programs, and strengthen partnerships with other countries and organizations to promote literacy worldwide.

One key aspect of the bill is its emphasis on the importance of gender equality in education. It includes provisions to ensure that girls have equal access to education and literacy programs, as well as measures to address barriers that may prevent girls from attending school. Overall, the READ Act Reauthorization Act of 2023 aims to build upon the successes of the original READ Act and further promote literacy and education in developing countries. It is currently being debated in Congress, with bipartisan support for its goals of improving literacy and access to education worldwide.

Congressional Summary of S 41

READ Act Reauthorization Act of 2023

This bill reauthorizes a law that requires the implementation of a strategy to promote quality basic education in partner countries by (1) expanding access to basic education for all children, particularly marginalized children and vulnerable groups; and (2) improving the quality of basic education and learning outcomes.

Current Status of Bill S 41

Bill S 41 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since November 6, 2023. Bill S 41 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on January 24, 2023.  Bill S 41's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of November 13, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 41

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
12
Democrat Cosponsors
10
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 41

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Child safety and welfare
- Conflicts and wars
- Congressional oversight
- Education of the disadvantaged
- Elementary and secondary education
- Emergency planning and evacuation
- Foreign aid and international relief
- Multilateral development programs
- Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
- Teaching, teachers, curricula

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 41

READ Act Reauthorization Act of 2023
READ Act Reauthorization Act of 2023
READ Act Reauthorization Act of 2023
A bill to reauthorize the READ Act.

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