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Bill119th CongressFiled Mar 9, 2026Education
H.R. 7883

Addressing Teacher Shortages Act of 2026

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What it doesSummary 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.

What just happenedMar 9, 2026

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Who’s behind it

Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11](D-MI)Sponsor
2 cosponsors2 D
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