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Financial Support for Future Teachers and School Leaders

This act aims to facilitate access to residency programs for aspiring teachers, principals, and school leaders by making federal work-study funding available. This will enable more individuals to gain practical experience and high-quality professional preparation, helping to address staffing shortages in schools and improve the quality of education for children.
Key points
Students in teacher and principal residency programs will be eligible for federal work-study funds, reducing their educational costs.
The act seeks to increase the number of qualified teachers and school leaders, especially in high-need areas, leading to better educational quality.
Residency programs offer practical experience under experienced mentors, which increases retention rates and job effectiveness.
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Print number: 117_HR_3244
Sponsor: Rep. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6]
Process start date: 2021-05-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Teacher, Principal, and Leader Residency Access Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3244.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Students in teacher and principal residency programs will be eligible for federal work-study funds, reducing their educational costs.
  • The act seeks to increase the number of qualified teachers and school leaders, especially in high-need areas, leading to better educational quality.
  • Residency programs offer practical experience under experienced mentors, which increases retention rates and job effectiveness.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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