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Mandatory In-Person School Reopening: New Funding Rules

This act aims to accelerate the return to in-person learning in schools. Schools that do not fully reopen for in-person instruction may lose a portion of their federal funding. Citizens can expect their children to return to full-time in-person schooling, unless there is a significant rise in COVID-19 cases.
Key points
Schools must submit a plan to provide full-day, in-person learning 5 days a week for all medically able students.
New federal funds will be withheld from schools until they obligate previously appropriated funds and implement their in-person learning plan.
Schools failing to implement their plan within 14 days of approval will be required to return a percentage of received funds.
In case of a significant rise in COVID-19 cases, schools may temporarily revert to virtual learning, but must specify a return date to in-person learning.
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Print number: 117_S_980
Sponsor: Sen. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN]
Process start date: 2021-03-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Reopen for Kids Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_980.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Schools must submit a plan to provide full-day, in-person learning 5 days a week for all medically able students.
  • New federal funds will be withheld from schools until they obligate previously appropriated funds and implement their in-person learning plan.
  • Schools failing to implement their plan within 14 days of approval will be required to return a percentage of received funds.
  • In case of a significant rise in COVID-19 cases, schools may temporarily revert to virtual learning, but must specify a return date to in-person learning.
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. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN].

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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