Federal money to train teachers for English learners.

What it does

This bill gives federal grants to colleges and universities. They train teachers how to teach English learners. Schools and early childhood programs can partner with colleges to apply. Grants last up to five years. The bill prefers programs that hire teachers from underrepresented groups. It also prefers programs that hire teachers who were once English learners.

Who it affects

English learners and their families benefit from better-trained teachers. Colleges, universities, and K-12 schools can apply for grants. Schools and colleges must pay half the cost themselves, which may be hard for poorer districts.

One thing to notice

The bill asks grant winners to report their best teaching methods within 180 days. This report is public so other schools can learn from it.

From the analysis of the bill text, linked under Primary records below.

Where it stands

3 cosponsors: 3 Democrats.

• Sep 16, 2026 — Introduced · Congress.gov: “Introduced in House”
• Sep 16, 2026 — Referred to House Committee on Education and Workforce · Congress.gov: “Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce”

Dates and quoted wording are Congress.gov's action record; the timeline shows status changes, not every procedural step.

Words to know

• English learners — Students who are still learning to speak, read, and write English.
• grant — Money the government gives to schools or colleges for a specific purpose.
• underrepresented groups — Groups of people who are fewer in number in a job or field.