118th Congress · HOUSE BILLBILL

H.R. 7680Addressing Teacher Shortages Act of 2024

To support the preparation and retention of outstanding educators in all fields to ensure a bright future for children and youth in under-resourced and underserved communities in the United States, and for other purposes.

Education
Introduced Mar 13, 2024
Last action Mar 13, 2024
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SummaryCRS Summary

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.

Provisions · 7 sectionsIntroduced in House
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Mar 13, 2024
Introduced in House
Mar 13, 2024
Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.