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Increased Financial Aid for Future Teachers and School Leaders Residency Programs.

This law makes Federal Work-Study funding available for students in high-quality teacher and principal residency programs, making these career paths more accessible. This change aims to reduce the national teacher shortage and high turnover rates, ensuring that students benefit from more experienced and stable educators. Priority for this funding is given to low-income students who qualify for Pell Grants.
Key points
Federal Work-Study funds can now be used to pay students participating in teacher, principal, and school leader residency programs.
The goal is to recruit and retain highly qualified educators, reducing costly turnover and improving educational stability.
Institutions must prioritize FWS funding for residency students who are eligible for Federal Pell Grants (low-income students).
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Print number: 118_S_1468
Sponsor: Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]
Process start date: 2023-05-04
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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 118_S_1468.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal Work-Study funds can now be used to pay students participating in teacher, principal, and school leader residency programs.
  • The goal is to recruit and retain highly qualified educators, reducing costly turnover and improving educational stability.
  • Institutions must prioritize FWS funding for residency students who are eligible for Federal Pell Grants (low-income students).
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 2025-12-26.

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