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Study on COVID-19 Impact: Assessing Children's Learning Loss and Mental Health.

This bill mandates the Department of Education to conduct a long-term study assessing how the COVID-19 pandemic, school closures, and remote learning affected students' academic performance, mental health, and overall well-being. The goal is to gather comprehensive data to inform future educational and health support policies for children and youth. Findings will be released publicly to ensure future programs are better tailored to student needs.
Key points
Establishes a nationwide, longitudinal study focusing on learning loss and health issues (mental, behavioral, physical) experienced by children due to the pandemic.
The study must specifically examine impacts on vulnerable subgroups, including homeless children, those in foster care, and children of active-duty military personnel.
The Department of Education is required to release a preliminary summary of the findings to the public, promoting transparency and informing future policy decisions.
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Print number: 118_S_2469
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2023-07-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ACADEMIC Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2469.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a nationwide, longitudinal study focusing on learning loss and health issues (mental, behavioral, physical) experienced by children due to the pandemic.
  • The study must specifically examine impacts on vulnerable subgroups, including homeless children, those in foster care, and children of active-duty military personnel.
  • The Department of Education is required to release a preliminary summary of the findings to the public, promoting transparency and informing future policy decisions.
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. Rubio, Marco [R-FL].

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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