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Education Funds Follow Students When In-Person Classes Are Unavailable.

This bill redirects federal education funds (Title I) directly to parents or guardians if a public school fails to offer in-person instruction due to a strike or public health emergency. This change allows parents to use the money for private tuition, tutoring, educational materials, or other services, ensuring educational continuity for disadvantaged children.
Key points
If a Title I public school closes due to a strike or health crisis, the child's federal education funding goes directly to the parents.
Parents can use these funds for various educational expenses, including private school tuition, tutoring, digital materials, and therapies for students with disabilities.
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Print number: 118_S_952
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Process start date: 2023-03-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Kids in Classes Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_952.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • If a Title I public school closes due to a strike or health crisis, the child's federal education funding goes directly to the parents.
  • Parents can use these funds for various educational expenses, including private school tuition, tutoring, digital materials, and therapies for students with disabilities.
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. Scott, Tim [R-SC].

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 2025-12-27.

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Education