Support for Great Teachers Bill

Official: Addressing Teacher Shortages Act of 2026

IntroducedMarch 9, 2026

Education

Why This Matters

This bill supports training and keeping excellent teachers in schools that need help the most. It aims to improve education for children and youth in under-resourced communities.

If you are a student in a struggling school, this bill could help you have better teachers.

Affects: This bill affects teachers and students in low-income neighborhoods across the United States.

Summary

Addressing Teacher Shortages Act of 2026This 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.

What changes is this bill making?

1. This bill would help train new teachers in all subjects. 2. It aims to keep talented teachers in schools that need them most. 3. The bill focuses on communities that lack educational resources. 4. It includes support for teachers working with children and youth. 5. The goal is to improve education for students in underserved areas.

Who is affected?

This bill affects teachers and students in low-income neighborhoods across the United States.