S4864Referred to Committee

A bill to direct a study on paraprofessionals and education support staff.

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-06-23
Introduced
2
Cosponsors
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Sponsor

Edward J. Markey
Edward J. Markey
Democrat · MA · Senator
Votes with party: 85.2% (845 recorded votes)

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Source: Congress.gov · FEC

Cosponsors (2)

Members who have signed on to support this bill since introduction. Source: Congress.gov.

Latest Action

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

2026-06-23

Source: Congress.gov

Committee Activity

Plain-English Summary

The federal government would conduct a comprehensive study on paraprofessionals and education support staff—workers like teacher's aides, counselors, and school nurses—to examine their roles, working conditions, and impact on student outcomes. The study would help policymakers understand how these workers contribute to schools and what challenges they face in their jobs. This research could inform future decisions about funding, training, and support for these education workers.

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