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Reauthorizing International Education and Foreign Language Programs for Global Competitiveness.

This act reauthorizes and updates federal programs supporting international education and foreign language study, aiming to strengthen the US workforce's global skills, especially in professional fields like STEM and business. It authorizes new competitive grants for research, innovation, and curriculum development, providing students with more opportunities for specialized language training and international internships. The goal is to meet national needs in government, business, and security sectors.
Key points
Increases funding and focus on integrating foreign language and global studies into professional degree programs (e.g., law, engineering, health) to better prepare graduates for the global workforce.
Establishes new competitive grants for universities to research US international education capacity and develop innovative teaching methods and assessment tools.
Creates more opportunities for students, including those from community colleges and minority-serving institutions, to participate in education and internships abroad.
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Print number: 118_HR_9170
Sponsor: Rep. Ross, Deborah K. [D-NC-2]
Process start date: 2024-07-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Advancing International and Foreign Language Education Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9170.

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 2024-07-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increases funding and focus on integrating foreign language and global studies into professional degree programs (e.g., law, engineering, health) to better prepare graduates for the global workforce.
  • Establishes new competitive grants for universities to research US international education capacity and develop innovative teaching methods and assessment tools.
  • Creates more opportunities for students, including those from community colleges and minority-serving institutions, to participate in education and internships abroad.
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. Ross, Deborah K. [D-NC-2].

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 2025-12-26.

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