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Support for Tutoring in High-Need Schools and Aspiring Teachers

This act establishes a grant program to expand access to high-quality tutoring for students in hard-to-staff and high-need schools. It connects aspiring teachers and other qualified individuals with students, providing compensation and support. Additionally, the act eases student loan burdens for those who tutor under the program.
Key points
Schools facing staffing challenges or with high student needs can receive grants to provide high-quality tutoring.
Aspiring teachers, education students, and other qualified individuals can serve as paid tutors.
Tutors will receive compensation, professional support, and may count their tutoring service towards TEACH Grant requirements, potentially easing student loan repayment.
The program aims to accelerate student learning, provide social-emotional and culturally responsive support, and build school capacity.
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Print number: 117_S_457
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2021-02-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PATHS to Tutor Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_457.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Schools facing staffing challenges or with high student needs can receive grants to provide high-quality tutoring.
  • Aspiring teachers, education students, and other qualified individuals can serve as paid tutors.
  • Tutors will receive compensation, professional support, and may count their tutoring service towards TEACH Grant requirements, potentially easing student loan repayment.
  • The program aims to accelerate student learning, provide social-emotional and culturally responsive support, and build school capacity.
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. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

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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