OPENING THE RECORD
OPENING THE RECORD
S. 4025 · 119TH CONGRESS
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CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
Addressing Teacher Shortages Act of 2026
This bill directs the Department of Education (ED) to establish an Addressing Teacher Shortages Program. Through this program, ED shall award grants for local educational agencies to address teacher shortage challenges.
Specifically, grant funds may be used to establish or expand teaching residency programs, teacher mentor programs, specified recruitment and training programs, and other evidence-based strategies to increase teacher retention and support teachers.
Written by the Congressional Research Service for this version of the bill. Later versions may differ. Read at Congress.gov.