H.R. 2911In committeeEducation
Federal K–12 grants could fund accounting education
Data as of July 11, 2026
HR 2911 lets K–12 schools use existing federal grants to teach accounting and expand access for underrepresented students.40-second read · 4 questions answered below
Decoded
What does this do?
This bill adds accounting education to the list of things schools are allowed to spend certain federal grant money on. That includes teaching accounting and raising awareness of it as a career path, with a focus on reaching students from groups that are underrepresented in the accounting field.
Who does it affect?
K–12 schools and school districts that receive federal Student Support and Academic Enrichment grants would be affected. Students in those schools, especially those from groups historically less represented in accounting, are the intended focus.
Why does it matter?
Right now, accounting education is not listed as an approved use for these grants. This bill would change that, giving schools the option to direct existing grant funds toward accounting courses and awareness through 12th grade.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee — You are here
- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
Accounting STEM Pursuit Act of 2025
- Introduced:
- April 14, 2025
- Latest action:
- April 14, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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