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Arts Education for All: Expanding Arts in Schools and Child Care

This act aims to expand access to arts education for children of all ages, from early childhood to high school, and for at-risk youth. It introduces new training programs for teachers and broadens the use of arts in rehabilitation programs, potentially fostering creativity and skills in students and supporting social reintegration.
Key points
More Arts in Early Childhood: Child care programs will be required to offer training for providers on integrating arts into teaching strategies.
Strengthening Arts Education in Schools: State and local plans must detail how they will increase arts educators, integrate arts into curricula, and support after-school programs.
Improved Data on School Arts: School report cards will include information on the number, range, and quality of arts courses, including teacher qualifications.
Arts for At-Risk Youth: Programs for neglected and delinquent children and youth will be required to provide access to arts and arts education.
Arts in Rehabilitation: Programs for adult and juvenile offenders can use arts education to facilitate reentry and reduce recidivism.
Research on Arts Effectiveness: Research will be conducted to determine the most effective and cost-efficient methods of using arts in education.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5463
Sponsor: Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
Process start date: 2023-09-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Arts Education for All Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5463.

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 2023-09-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • More Arts in Early Childhood: Child care programs will be required to offer training for providers on integrating arts into teaching strategies.
  • Strengthening Arts Education in Schools: State and local plans must detail how they will increase arts educators, integrate arts into curricula, and support after-school programs.
  • Improved Data on School Arts: School report cards will include information on the number, range, and quality of arts courses, including teacher qualifications.
  • Arts for At-Risk Youth: Programs for neglected and delinquent children and youth will be required to provide access to arts and arts education.
  • Arts in Rehabilitation: Programs for adult and juvenile offenders can use arts education to facilitate reentry and reduce recidivism.
  • Research on Arts Effectiveness: Research will be conducted to determine the most effective and cost-efficient methods of using arts in education.
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. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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