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Support for Future Teachers and School Leaders

This act aims to increase the number of qualified teachers and school leaders by making federal work-study funding available for their residency programs. This will allow more individuals to gain practical experience and better preparation for school roles, improving education quality and reducing staff shortages, especially in lower-income schools.
Key points
Students in teacher and school leader residency programs will be eligible for federal work-study funding.
Residency programs offer practical training under experienced mentors, increasing retention rates in the profession.
Priority for funding will be given to students eligible for Federal Pell Grants, supporting those from lower-income backgrounds.
The act seeks to address the shortage of qualified educators, particularly in high-need areas, and reduce costs associated with teacher turnover.
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Print number: 117_S_3171
Sponsor: Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]
Process start date: 2021-11-04
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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_S_3171.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Students in teacher and school leader residency programs will be eligible for federal work-study funding.
  • Residency programs offer practical training under experienced mentors, increasing retention rates in the profession.
  • Priority for funding will be given to students eligible for Federal Pell Grants, supporting those from lower-income backgrounds.
  • The act seeks to address the shortage of qualified educators, particularly in high-need areas, and reduce costs associated with teacher turnover.
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 Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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