H.R. 7082Heading to a voteEducation
Bill would shift how federal charter school grant funds get divided
Data as of July 14, 2026
The FLEX Act raises minimum federal funding shares for charter school grants and expands allowed uses.40-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
The FLEX Act updates the federal Charter Schools Program by raising guaranteed minimum funding shares to state grant programs (from 12.5% to at least 15%) and charter management organizations (from 22.5% to at least 25%), reserving 30% for other purposes. It also expands allowed uses of funds to include expanding existing high-quality schools, teacher hiring, academic subscriptions, and facility repairs, while streamlining paperwork requirements.
Who does it affect?
The bill affects charter schools, state education agencies, and charter management organizations, as well as students and families at charter schools.
Why does it matter?
The changes could shift how federal charter school funds are allocated and used, affecting existing grant recipients and future funding decisions, though organizations with current grants may choose to keep operating under the old rules.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee
- House vote — You are here
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: it's headed for a House floor vote. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
FLEX Act
- Introduced:
- January 15, 2026
- Latest action:
- May 13, 2026
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 566.
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