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Support for English Learners and Immigrant Children in Schools

This bill aims to improve academic achievement for English learners and immigrant children. It introduces new rules for reporting teacher and student data, and expands support for immigrant families, including access to legal and social services. This should help better tailor education to the needs of these groups.
Key points
Schools will need to report more data on teacher diversity, including ethnicity, race, gender, and fluency in other languages.
The bill aims to ensure English learners are taught alongside non-English learners, rather than being isolated.
Access to legal, financial, and social services for immigrant children and their parents will increase.
Educators and school staff will receive training to better support English learners and immigrant children, with cultural sensitivity.
Local laws, including immigration policies, will be assessed to improve educational outcomes for students, regardless of immigration status.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9165
Sponsor: Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]
Process start date: 2022-10-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to improve the academic achievement of English learners and immigrant children and youth, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9165.

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 2022-10-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Schools will need to report more data on teacher diversity, including ethnicity, race, gender, and fluency in other languages.
  • The bill aims to ensure English learners are taught alongside non-English learners, rather than being isolated.
  • Access to legal, financial, and social services for immigrant children and their parents will increase.
  • Educators and school staff will receive training to better support English learners and immigrant children, with cultural sensitivity.
  • Local laws, including immigration policies, will be assessed to improve educational outcomes for students, regardless of immigration status.
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. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13].

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 2025-12-28.

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