119th Congress · introduced in the House · Mar 9, 2026
Addressing Teacher Shortages Act of 2026
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Latest action (Mar 9, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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Congressional Research Service summary, version: Introduced in House (Mar 9, 2026)
Addressing Teacher Shortages Act of 2026
This bill directs the Department of Education (ED) to establish an Addressing Teacher Shortages Program. Through this program, ED shall award grants for local educational agencies to address teacher shortage challenges.
Specifically, grant funds may be used to establish or expand teaching residency programs, teacher mentor programs, specified recruitment and training programs, and other evidence-based strategies to increase teacher retention and support teachers.
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
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