Schools & colleges (Education related)

TopicBill numbersort iconAuthorInterest positionBecame law
Supporting Knowledge and Investing in Lifelong Skills Act H.R. 803 (113th) FoxxSupportNo
To reform and strengthen the workforce investment system of the Nation to put Americans back to work and make the United States more competitive in the 21st century. (by More
To reform and strengthen the workforce investment system of the Nation to put Americans back to work and make the United States more competitive in the 21st century. (by CRS) Hide
Immigration Reform That Works for America's Future Act S. 1 (113th) ReidSupportNo
A bill to reform America's broken immigration system. (by CRS)
An Original Concurrent Resolution Setting Forth the Congressional Budget for the United States Government for Fiscal Year 2014, Revising the Appropriate Budgetary Levels for Fiscal Year 2013, and Setting Forth the Appropriate Budgetary Levels for Fiscal Years 2015 Through 2023. S.Con.Res. 8 (113th) MurraySupportNo
An original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2014, revising the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal year 2013, and… More
An original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2014, revising the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal year 2013, and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2015 through 2023. (by CRS) Hide
Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors Act of 2011 H.R. 1842 (112th) BermanSupportNo
To authorize the cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain alien students who are long-term United States residents and who entered the United States as children, and for other… More
To authorize the cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain alien students who are long-term United States residents and who entered the United States as children, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
Private Student Loan Bankruptcy Fairness Act of 2011 H.R. 2028 (112th) CohenSupportNo
To amend title 11 of the United States Code to modify the dischargeability of debts for certain educational payments and loans. (by More
To amend title 11 of the United States Code to modify the dischargeability of debts for certain educational payments and loans. (by CRS) Hide
Protecting Academic Freedom in Higher Education Act H.R. 2117 (112th) FoxxSupportNo
To prohibit the Department of Education from overreaching into academic affairs and program eligibility under title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965. (by More
To prohibit the Department of Education from overreaching into academic affairs and program eligibility under title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965. (by CRS) Hide
Conservation and Economic Growth Act H.R. 2578 (112th) DenhamOpposeNo
To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act related to a segment of the Lower Merced River in California, and for other purposes. (by More
To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act related to a segment of the Lower Merced River in California, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012 H.R. 2584 (112th) SimpsonOpposeNo
Making appropriations for the Department of the Interior, environment, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2012, and for other purposes. (by More
Making appropriations for the Department of the Interior, environment, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2012, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2011 H.R. 2954 (112th) LeeSupportNo
To improve the health of minority individuals, and for other purposes. (by CRS)
Restorative Justice in Schools Act of 2011 H.R. 415 (112th) CohenSupportNo
To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to allow a local educational agency that receives a subgrant under section 2121 of such Act to use the funds to provide professional… More
To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to allow a local educational agency that receives a subgrant under section 2121 of such Act to use the funds to provide professional development activities that train school personnel about restorative justice and conflict resolution. (by CRS) Hide
SECURE IT Act of 2012 H.R. 4263 (112th) Bono MackOpposeNo
To improve information security, and for other purposes. (by CRS)
Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2012 H.R. 4970 (112th) AdamsOpposeNo
To reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act of 1994. (by CRS)
Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2012 H.R. 6083 (112th) LucasSupportNo
To provide for the reform and continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through fiscal year 2017, and for other purposes. (by More
To provide for the reform and continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through fiscal year 2017, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
STEM Jobs Act of 2012 H.R. 6429 (112th) SmithSupportNo
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to promote innovation, investment, and research in the United States, to eliminate the diversity immigrant program, and for other purposes. (by… More
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to promote innovation, investment, and research in the United States, to eliminate the diversity immigrant program, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
Fairness for Struggling Students Act of 2011 S. 1102 (112th) DurbinSupportNo
A bill to amend title 11, United States Code, with respect to certain exceptions to discharge in bankruptcy. (by CRS)
21st Century Readiness Act S. 1175 (112th) HaganSupportNo
A bill to provide, develop, and support 21st century readiness initiatives that assist students in acquiring the skills necessary to think critically and solve problems, be an effective communicator,… More
A bill to provide, develop, and support 21st century readiness initiatives that assist students in acquiring the skills necessary to think critically and solve problems, be an effective communicator, collaborate with others, and learn to create and innovate. (by CRS) Hide
Achievement Through Technology and Innovation Act of 2011 S. 1178 (112th) BingamanSupportNo
A bill to reauthorize the Enhancing Education Through Technology Act of 2001. (by CRS)
AMERICA Works Act S. 1243 (112th) HaganSupportNo
A bill to require that certain Federal job training and career education programs give priority to programs that provide an industry-recognized and nationally portable credential. (by More
A bill to require that certain Federal job training and career education programs give priority to programs that provide an industry-recognized and nationally portable credential. (by CRS) Hide
Teachers and First Responders Back to Work Act of 2011 S. 1723 (112th) MenéndezSupportNo
A bill to provide for teacher and first responder stabilization. (by CRS)
MAP-21 S. 1813 (112th) BoxerSupportNo
A bill to reauthorize Federal-aid highway and highway safety construction programs, and for other purposes. (by CRS)
Protecting Financial Aid for Students and Taxpayers Act S. 2296 (112th) HaganSupportNo
A bill to amend the Higher Education Opportunity Act to restrict institutions of higher education from using revenues derived from Federal educational assistance funds for advertising, marketing, or… More
A bill to amend the Higher Education Opportunity Act to restrict institutions of higher education from using revenues derived from Federal educational assistance funds for advertising, marketing, or recruiting purposes. (by CRS) Hide
Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2012 S. 2474 (112th) AkakaSupportNo
A bill to improve the health of minority individuals, and for other purposes. (by CRS)
Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2012 S. 3240 (112th) StabenowOpposeNo
An original bill to reauthorize agricultural programs through 2017, and for other purposes. (by CRS)
CSA2012 S. 3414 (112th) LiebermanSupportNo
A bill to enhance the security and resiliency of the cyber and communications infrastructure of the United States. (by CRS)
Educator Preparation Reform Act S. 3582 (112th) ReedSupportNo
A bill to improve quality and accountability for educator preparation programs. (by CRS)
Achievement Through Prevention Act S. 541 (112th) BennetSupportNo
A bill to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to allow State educational agencies, local educational agencies, and schools to increase implementation of schoolwide positive… More
A bill to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to allow State educational agencies, local educational agencies, and schools to increase implementation of schoolwide positive behavioral interventions and supports and early intervening services in order to improve student academic achievement, reduce disciplinary problems in schools, and to improve coordination with similar activities and services provided under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. (by CRS) Hide
A PLUS Act S. 827 (112th) DeMintSupportNo
A bill to allow a State to combine certain funds and enter into a performance agreement with the Secretary of Education to improve the academic achievement of students. (by More
A bill to allow a State to combine certain funds and enter into a performance agreement with the Secretary of Education to improve the academic achievement of students. (by CRS) Hide
Success in the Middle Act of 2011 S. 833 (112th) WhitehouseSupportNo
A bill to provide grants to States to ensure that all students in the middle grades are taught an academically rigorous curriculum with effective supports so that students complete the middle grades… More
A bill to provide grants to States to ensure that all students in the middle grades are taught an academically rigorous curriculum with effective supports so that students complete the middle grades prepared for success in secondary school and postsecondary endeavors, to improve State and district policies and programs relating to the academic achievement of students in the middle grades, to develop and implement effective middle grades models for struggling students, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
Time for Innovation Matters in Education Act of 2011 S. 851 (112th) HarkinSupportNo
A bill to establish expanded learning time initiatives, and for other purposes. (by CRS)
Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors Act of 2011 S. 952 (112th) DurbinSupportNo
A bill to authorize the cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain alien students who are long-term United States residents and who entered the United States as children and for… More
A bill to authorize the cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain alien students who are long-term United States residents and who entered the United States as children and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 H.R. 1 (111th) ObeySupportYes
Making supplemental appropriations for job preservation and creation, infrastructure investment, energy efficiency and science, assistance to the unemployed, and State and local fiscal stabilization,… More
Making supplemental appropriations for job preservation and creation, infrastructure investment, energy efficiency and science, assistance to the unemployed, and State and local fiscal stabilization, for fiscal year ending September 30, 2009, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
American Dream Act H.R. 1751 (111th) BermanSupportNo
To amend the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 to permit States to determine State residency for higher education purposes and to authorize the cancellation of… More
To amend the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 to permit States to determine State residency for higher education purposes and to authorize the cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain alien students who are long-term United States residents and who entered the United States as children, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2009 H.R. 3221 (111th) MillerSupportNo
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965, and for other purposes. (by CRS)
Unemployment Compensation Extension Act of 2010 H.R. 4213 (111th) RangelSupportYes
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend certain expiring provisions, and for other purposes. (by CRS)
Private Student Loan Bankruptcy Fairness Act of 2010 H.R. 5043 (111th) CohenSupportNo
To amend title 11 of the United States Code to modify the dischargeability of debts for certain educational payments and loans. (by More
To amend title 11 of the United States Code to modify the dischargeability of debts for certain educational payments and loans. (by CRS) Hide
Removal Clarification Act of 2010 H.R. 5281 (111th) JohnsonSupportNo
To amend title 28, United States Code, to clarify and improve certain provisions relating to the removal of litigation against Federal officers or agencies to Federal courts, and for other purposes.… More
To amend title 28, United States Code, to clarify and improve certain provisions relating to the removal of litigation against Federal officers or agencies to Federal courts, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors Act of 2010 H.R. 6497 (111th) BermanSupportNo
To authorize the cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain alien students who are long-term United States residents and who entered the United States as children, and for other… More
To authorize the cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain alien students who are long-term United States residents and who entered the United States as children, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 S. 1 (111th) ReidSupportNo
A bill to create jobs, restore economic growth, and strengthen America's middle class through measures that modernize the nation's infrastructure, enhance America's energy… More
A bill to create jobs, restore economic growth, and strengthen America's middle class through measures that modernize the nation's infrastructure, enhance America's energy independence, expand educational opportunities, preserve and improve affordable health care, provide tax relief, and protect those in greatest need, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
Serve America Act S. 277 (111th) KennedySupportNo
A bill to amend the National and Community Service Act of 1990 to expand and improve opportunities for service, and for other purposes. (by More
A bill to amend the National and Community Service Act of 1990 to expand and improve opportunities for service, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors Act of 2010 S. 3992 (111th) DurbinSupportNo
A bill to authorize the cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain alien students who are long-term United States residents and who entered the United States as children and for… More
A bill to authorize the cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain alien students who are long-term United States residents and who entered the United States as children and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors Act of 2009 S. 729 (111th) DurbinSupportNo
A bill to amend the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 to permit States to determine State residency for higher education purposes and to authorize the cancellation… More
A bill to amend the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 to permit States to determine State residency for higher education purposes and to authorize the cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain alien students who are long-term United States residents and who entered the United States as children, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
Higher Education Affordability and Equity Act of 2007 H.R. 1407 (110th) EnglishSupportNo
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to expand incentives for education. (by CRS)
Improving Head Start for School Readiness Act of 2007 H.R. 1429 (110th) KildeeSupportYes
To reauthorize the Head Start Act, to improve program quality, to expand access, and for other purposes. (by CRS)
Senator Paul Simon Study Abroad Foundation Act of 2007 H.R. 1469 (110th) LantosSupportNo
To establish the Senator Paul Simon Study Abroad Foundation under the authorities of the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961. (by More
To establish the Senator Paul Simon Study Abroad Foundation under the authorities of the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961. (by CRS) Hide
College Aid Made EZ Act H.R. 1608 (110th) MillerSupportNo
To expand college opportunities by significantly simplifying the Federal student aid application process. (by CRS)
Need-Based Educational Aid Act of 2008 H.R. 1777 (110th) DelahuntSupportYes
To amend the Improving America's Schools Act of 1994 to make permanent the favorable treatment of need-based educational aid under the antitrust laws. (by More
To amend the Improving America's Schools Act of 1994 to make permanent the favorable treatment of need-based educational aid under the antitrust laws. (by CRS) Hide
National Science Foundation Authorization Act of 2007 H.R. 1867 (110th) BairdSupportNo
To authorize appropriations for fiscal years 2008, 2009, and 2010 for the National Science Foundation, and for other purposes. (by More
To authorize appropriations for fiscal years 2008, 2009, and 2010 for the National Science Foundation, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
Securing Knowledge, Innovation, and Leadership Act of 2007 H.R. 1930 (110th) ShadeggSupportNo
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to increase competitiveness in the United States, and for other purposes. (by CRS)
Minority Entrepreneurship Development Act of 2007 H.R. 1985 (110th) CummingsSupportNo
To foster the development of minority-owned small businesses. (by CRS)
Foreign Language Education Partnership Program Act H.R. 2111 (110th) HoltSupportNo
To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to establish a partnership program in foreign languages. (by CRS)
America COMPETES Act H.R. 2272 (110th) GordonSupportYes
This bill authorizes several funds for education in science and mathematics, including appropriations for the National Science Foundation and the National Institute of Standards and Technology.… More
This bill authorizes several funds for education in science and mathematics, including appropriations for the National Science Foundation and the National Institute of Standards and Technology. (by CRS) Hide
Nurse Faculty Higher Education Act H.R. 2384 (110th) McCarthySupportNo
To create a pilot program to increase the number of graduate educated nurse faculty to meet the future need for qualified nurses, and for other purposes. (by More
To create a pilot program to increase the number of graduate educated nurse faculty to meet the future need for qualified nurses, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
CREATE-21 Act of 2007 H.R. 2398 (110th) BarrowSupportNo
To reauthorize and provide additional funding for essential agricultural research, extension, education, and related programs, to establish the National Institutes for Food and Agriculture as an… More
To reauthorize and provide additional funding for essential agricultural research, extension, education, and related programs, to establish the National Institutes for Food and Agriculture as an independent agency reporting to and coordinating with the Secretary of Agriculture, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
Achievement Through Technology and Innovation Act of 2007 H.R. 2449 (110th) Roybal-AllardSupportNo
To reauthorize part D of title II of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. (by CRS)
Universal Higher Education and Lifetime Learning Act of 2007 H.R. 2458 (110th) EmanuelSupportNo
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to consolidate the current education tax incentives into one credit against income tax for higher education expenses, and for other purposes. (by… More
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to consolidate the current education tax incentives into one credit against income tax for higher education expenses, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
Teacher and Nurse Support Act of 2007 H.R. 2621 (110th) McCarthySupportNo
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to expand the loan forgiveness program for teachers, to provide a loan forgiveness program for nurses, and for other purposes. (by More
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to expand the loan forgiveness program for teachers, to provide a loan forgiveness program for nurses, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
10,000 Teachers, 10 Million Minds Science and Math Scholarship Act H.R. 362 (110th) GordonSupportNo
To authorize science scholarships for educating mathematics and science teachers, and for other purposes. (by CRS)
Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 H.R. 493 (110th) SlaughterSupportYes
This bill would forbid insurance companies and employers to discriminate based on personal or family genetic information. (by More
This bill would forbid insurance companies and employers to discriminate based on personal or family genetic information. (by CRS) Hide
Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 H.R. 6124 (110th) PetersonSupportYes
To provide for the continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through fiscal year 2012, and for other purposes. (by More
To provide for the continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through fiscal year 2012, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
Securing Knowledge, Innovation, and Leadership Act of 2007 S. 1083 (110th) CornynSupportNo
A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to increase competitiveness in the United States, and for other purposes. (by More
A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to increase competitiveness in the United States, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
Max Cleland Minority Serving Institution Digital and Wireless Technology Opportunity Act S. 1650 (110th) KerrySupportNo
A bill to establish a digital and wireless network technology program, and for other purposes. (by CRS)
Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2008 S. 1710 (110th) HarkinSupportNo
An original bill making appropriations for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2008, and for other… More
An original bill making appropriations for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2008, and for other purposes. (by CRS) Hide
Higher Education Access Act of 2007 S. 1762 (110th) KennedySupportNo
An original bill to provide for reconciliation pursuant to section 602 of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2008 (S. Con. Res. 21). (by More
An original bill to provide for reconciliation pursuant to section 602 of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2008 (S. Con. Res. 21). (by CRS) Hide
Alternative Minimum Tax and Extenders Tax Relief Act of 2008 S. 2886 (110th) BaucusSupportNo
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to amend certain expiring provisions. (by CRS)
Nontraditional Student Success Act S. 301 (110th) ClintonSupportNo
A bill to provide higher education assistance for nontraditional students, and for other purposes. (by CRS)
Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Reauthorization Act of 2007 S. 380 (110th) WydenSupportNo
A bill to reauthorize the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000, and for other purposes. (by CRS)
Head Start for School Readiness Act S. 556 (110th) KennedySupportNo
This bill amends the Head Start Act to revise and reauthorize Head Start programs and authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide financial assistance to Head Start agencies for… More
This bill amends the Head Start Act to revise and reauthorize Head Start programs and authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide financial assistance to Head Start agencies for five-year periods. (by CRS) Hide
America COMPETES Act S. 761 (110th) ReidSupportNo
America COMPETES Act or America Creating Opportunities to Meaningfully Promote Excellence in Technology, Education, and Science Act aims to encourage innovation and provide educational opportunities… More
America COMPETES Act or America Creating Opportunities to Meaningfully Promote Excellence in Technology, Education, and Science Act aims to encourage innovation and provide educational opportunities in areas of technology, education and science. (by CRS) Hide