Addressing Teacher Shortages Act of 2026

Sponsored byRep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11]MI· Introduced 9 mars 2026

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Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

9 mars 2026·4 months ago

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Introduced in House · Updated 10 avril 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.
9 mars 2026 · IntroReferral
Introduced in House
9 mars 2026 · IntroReferral
Introduced in House
9 mars 2026 · IntroReferral

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2 cosponsors

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Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11]MI

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Democrat:Rep. Craig, Angie [D-MN-2]MN
Democrat:Rep. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5]CT

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Education

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