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Waiver of Foreign Residence Requirement for Educators in Rural and Tribal Schools

This bill aims to help rural and Tribal schools hire foreign educators by allowing States and Indian Tribes to waive the two-year foreign residence requirement for teachers and education specialists. To qualify, educators must commit to working full-time in these underserved areas for at least three years. This change is intended to address teacher shortages and improve the quality of education in remote and Tribal communities.
Key points
State Governors and Tribal governments are granted authority to request a waiver of the two-year foreign residence requirement for certain foreign educators.
Educators must secure a bona fide offer of full-time employment in a primary or secondary school located in a rural or Tribal area and agree to work there for a minimum of three years.
The number of waivers is capped at 30 per State per fiscal year to manage the program's scope.
The legislation facilitates the change of visa status for qualifying educators, allowing them to remain in the U.S. to fulfill their employment commitment.
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Print number: 118_S_4301
Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD]
Process start date: 2024-05-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to grant States and Indian Tribes the authority to waive the 2-year foreign residence requirement for educators in rural and Tribal areas, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4301.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-05-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • State Governors and Tribal governments are granted authority to request a waiver of the two-year foreign residence requirement for certain foreign educators.
  • Educators must secure a bona fide offer of full-time employment in a primary or secondary school located in a rural or Tribal area and agree to work there for a minimum of three years.
  • The number of waivers is capped at 30 per State per fiscal year to manage the program's scope.
  • The legislation facilitates the change of visa status for qualifying educators, allowing them to remain in the U.S. to fulfill their employment commitment.
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. Thune, John [R-SD].

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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Education Migration