Bill · H.R. 7883· House(119-HR-7883)
Addressing Teacher Shortages Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 3/9/2026
- Last activity
- 3/9/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- Sponsored by
- Haley Stevens
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Addressing Teacher Shortages Act of 2026 aims to support the preparation and retention of educators in all fields. It establishes the Addressing Teacher Shortages Program, which provides competitive grants to eligible entities. These funds are intended to support under-resourced and underserved communities, particularly in rural areas and high-need subject areas. The bill focuses on creating various pathways such as teaching residencies, "Grow Your Own" programs, and 2+2 programs. It also prioritizes diversifying the teaching workforce and addressing shortages in STEM, special education, and English as a second language.
Yes· 3 of 10
Would Native Americans be better off under this?+7
The bill reserves 5 percent of grant funds for schools supported by the Bureau of Indian Education.
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+7
The bill mandates that at least 25 percent of remaining funds address teacher shortages in rural areas.
Would children be better off under this?+6
The bill aims to ensure a bright future for children by addressing teacher shortages.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Rural Schools: The bill mandates that not less than 25 percent of remaining grant funds be used to address teacher shortage challenges in local educational agencies serving rural areas (Section 4(c)(2)(B)(i)).
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Addressing Subject Shortages: At least 25 percent of remaining grant funds are directed toward addressing shortages in high-need subject areas (Section 4(c)(2)(B)(ii)).
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Workforce Diversity: The act directs at least 25 percent of the remaining grant funds to diversify the teaching workforce (Section 4(c)(2)(B)(iii)).
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Support for Native Communities: The Secretary of the Interior is authorized to use 5 percent of the grant funds for schools supported by the Bureau of Indian Education (Section 4(c)(2)(A)).
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Financial Assistance for Students: Grant funds can be used for resident salaries, tuition assistance, stipends, or housing allowances for student teachers (Section 4(d)(1)(A) and Section 4(d)(7)(E)(i)).
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Career Advancement: Funds may be used to provide opportunities for career advancement that offer increased pay for teachers who demonstrate expertise and take on leadership roles (Section 4(d)(7)(C)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Requirement for Matching Funds: Eligible entities that receive a grant are required to provide an amount of non-Federal funds equal to or greater than the amount of the grant (Section 4(e)(1)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Native Americans+7Good For Rural Residents+7Good For Children+6Good For Low Income Households+5Good For Young Adults+5Good For Hispanic Americans+4
- Education And Technology
- Improves College Affordability+5Increases Scientific Research Funding+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+6
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+5
- 3/26/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/9/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
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