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S 4025·Federal·senate

Addressing Teacher Shortages Act of 2026

In CommitteeFiled Mar 9, 2026
Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN] (D)
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

Mar 9, 2026

Summary

The bill directs the U.S. Department of Education to establish an Addressing Teacher Shortages Program that will award competitive grants to local school districts and consortia. Grant money can be used for teacher residency programs, mentorship and induction initiatives, targeted recruitment, training, and other evidence‑based strategies to improve teacher retention. The aim is to ease teacher shortages, boost workforce diversity, and support rural and high‑need schools.

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