HR. 2021In Committee
American Teacher Act
Establishes federal grants to raise public elementary and secondary teacher pay, including a $60,000 minimum salary and cost of living adjustments, and authorizes a national teaching profession campaign
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Establishes federal grants to raise public elementary and secondary teacher pay, including a $60,000 minimum salary and cost of living adjustments, and authorizes a national teaching profession campaign
Key points
- Establish grants for teacher salaries
- Require $60000 minimum teacher pay
- Authorize national teaching campaign
- Fund cost of living adjustments
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-03-10 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedEducationEducation programs fundingElementary and secondary educationTeaching, teachers, curriculaWages and earnings