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Expanding Access to High-Impact Tutoring for K-12 Students

This act aims to improve academic achievement for elementary and secondary school students by funding tutoring programs. Citizens can expect increased availability of high-quality educational support for their children, especially in areas most affected by academic decline since COVID-19. These programs will be overseen and evaluated to ensure their effectiveness.
Key points
Tutoring Access: Elementary and secondary school students will gain access to tutoring programs in math and reading, for at least 30 minutes per school day, 3 days per week.
Financial Support: State and local educational agencies will receive grants to implement, administer, and evaluate tutoring programs.
Tutor Qualifications: Tutoring will be provided by compensated licensed teachers, paraprofessionals, or volunteers, with a small student-to-tutor ratio (maximum 3 students per tutor).
Oversight and Quality: An Advisory Board will be established to oversee program quality, provide training for tutors, and evaluate the effectiveness of the support.
Priority for Needy Students: Programs will prioritize schools with a high number of eligible students and those that have experienced the greatest academic decline.
Workforce Development: The act includes provisions for developing a nationwide tutoring workforce, including recruiting and training additional teachers, paraprofessionals, and volunteers.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_896
Sponsor: Rep. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11]
Process start date: 2025-01-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expanding Access to High-Impact Tutoring Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_896.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Tutoring Access: Elementary and secondary school students will gain access to tutoring programs in math and reading, for at least 30 minutes per school day, 3 days per week.
  • Financial Support: State and local educational agencies will receive grants to implement, administer, and evaluate tutoring programs.
  • Tutor Qualifications: Tutoring will be provided by compensated licensed teachers, paraprofessionals, or volunteers, with a small student-to-tutor ratio (maximum 3 students per tutor).
  • Oversight and Quality: An Advisory Board will be established to oversee program quality, provide training for tutors, and evaluate the effectiveness of the support.
  • Priority for Needy Students: Programs will prioritize schools with a high number of eligible students and those that have experienced the greatest academic decline.
  • Workforce Development: The act includes provisions for developing a nationwide tutoring workforce, including recruiting and training additional teachers, paraprofessionals, and volunteers.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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