S4988Referred to Committee

A bill to promote equity in advanced coursework and programs at elementary and secondary schools.

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-07-15
Introduced
3
Cosponsors
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Sponsor

Cory A. Booker
Cory A. Booker
Democrat · NJ · Senator
Votes with party: 82.7% (813 recorded votes)

Full profile: /officials/B001288

Source: Congress.gov · FEC

Cosponsors (3)

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

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

2026-07-15

Source: Congress.gov

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Plain-English Summary

The bill aims to increase access to advanced academic programs like gifted education and honors courses for students from underrepresented groups, including low-income students and students of color. It would likely require schools to review their enrollment practices, reduce barriers to entry, and work to ensure these challenging courses are available to a broader range of students rather than concentrated among already-privileged groups. This would affect students, teachers, school administrators, and families seeking equal opportunities in quality education.

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