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Grants to Boost Pay and Training for School Paraprofessionals.

This Act establishes a new federal grant program managed by the Department of Education to help states and local schools recruit and retain paraprofessionals (teacher aides and assistants). Funds can be used to increase wages, provide bonuses, and offer professional development and certifications, aiming to stabilize the support staff workforce. Priority is given to high-need schools serving low-income families and rural areas.
Key points
Schools can use federal grants specifically to increase wages or provide bonus pay incentives for paraprofessionals.
Funding supports professional development, mentoring, and obtaining specialized certifications (like special education or English learner support).
The program prioritizes educational entities serving high numbers of low-income students and those located in rural communities.
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Print number: 118_S_3681
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2024-01-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Preparing And Retaining All (PARA) Educators Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3681.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-01-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Schools can use federal grants specifically to increase wages or provide bonus pay incentives for paraprofessionals.
  • Funding supports professional development, mentoring, and obtaining specialized certifications (like special education or English learner support).
  • The program prioritizes educational entities serving high numbers of low-income students and those located in rural communities.
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. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

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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