Keep Our PACT Act
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
The Keep Our Promise to America’s Children and Teachers Act aims to fully fund two key federal education programs: Part A of Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (focused on equity in education) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (providing special education services). The bill mandates increased annual appropriations over a ten-year period, starting in fiscal year 2026, based on the difference between current appropriations and a set target amount, with a goal of reaching 40% of the national average per-pupil expenditure for students with disabilities. This legislation seeks to ensure adequate resources for these vital educational initiatives.
Key provisions
- Requires full funding for Part A of Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act.
- Permanently reauthorizes the grant program for special education and related services for children with disabilities.
- Establishes a series of annual appropriations increases over ten fiscal years (2026-2035) to support these programs.
- The appropriations amounts are calculated based on the difference between current funding levels and a target amount.
- The goal is to increase funding to 40% of the national average per-pupil expenditure for students with disabilities.
- Designates the provided amounts as an emergency requirement for budget enforcement purposes.
- The funding is tied to the number of children with disabilities receiving services.
Who is affected
- Elementary and secondary schools
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