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H.R. 1572119th CongressIn committeeLatest action Feb 25, 2025Decoded by AI · checked against the record
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HR 1572 creates a $15M/year federal grant program for school foreign language programs, requiring 20% of funds go to teacher training.
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HR 1572 would create a federal grant program administered by the Department of Education, allowing school districts to apply for three-year grants to start or expand foreign language programs. Grants would support programs that teach a second language for at least half the school day, from pre-kindergarten through middle school. Districts must submit a sustainability plan showing how their program will continue after the grant period ends.
K-12 students nationwide would be affected, especially English learners and students who speak a language other than English at home. School districts, teachers, and teacher's aides would also be affected, as the bill creates new training and certification pathways.
At least 20 percent of each grant must fund teacher training, including pathways for teacher's aides to become certified language teachers. The bill also encourages partnerships with community language schools, colleges, and state licensing offices to expand the pool of qualified language teachers.
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Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
Latest action: — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.