Advanced Coursework Equity Act

This bill would create three federal grant programs, run by the Department of Education, to expand access to advanced courses such as gifted and talented programs, 8th grade Algebra I, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and dual enrollment. Most of the money would go to states, which would pass it on to school districts, while some would go directly to districts with high student poverty and a smaller share to colleges or nonprofits serving rural and other students. Districts receiving funds would use them for at least two listed activities, such as using open enrollment or universal screening to place students in advanced courses, training staff, or providing tutoring. Grantees would report enrollment and performance data broken down by race, sex, disability, income, and English learner status. The bill authorizes $266 million per year for fiscal years 2027 through 2029.

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Sponsors

• Joaquin Castro Democrat sponsor
• 6 cosponsors