US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US Federal Senate Bill SB343

Introduced
1/30/25  

Caption

Keep Our PACT Act Keep Our Promise to America’s Children and Teachers Act

Impact

If enacted, SB343 would significantly influence state education laws by mandating increased federal appropriations for educational programs that serve disadvantaged students and those with disabilities. The proposed funding increases over the fiscal years, with a commitment to allocate more financial resources to ensure that schools can meet the needs of all students effectively. The bill emphasizes the responsibility of the federal government to uphold the funding commitments made in previous legislation, thereby directly enhancing educational outcomes for many students across the nation.

Summary

SB343, known as the Keep Our Promise to America’s Children and Teachers Act, seeks to ensure full funding of Part A of Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. This bill is built on the premise that every child deserves a high-quality education, which is considered crucial for realizing their potential. The bill outlines the federal commitment to provide adequate funding that addresses inequities in educational resources across different districts, particularly targeting support for children with disabilities.

Contention

Debate over SB343 could arise from concerns regarding the federal government's role in education funding and whether mandated appropriations could strain federal budgets or affect allocations to other essential services. Opponents might argue that while the intent to support education is valid, how these funds are distributed and the accountability measures for schools must be addressed thoroughly. Supporters, however, would likely emphasize the necessity of such commitments to rectify longstanding inequities in education and ensure that promising educational practices are uniformly implemented.

Congress_id

119-S-343

Policy_area

Education

Introduced_date

2025-01-30

Companion Bills

US HB869

Same As Keep Our PACT Act Keep Our Promise to America’s Children and Teachers Act

US HB2598

Related IDEA Full Funding Act

US SB1277

Related IDEA Full Funding Act

Previously Filed As

US HB869

Keep Our PACT Act Keep Our Promise to America’s Children and Teachers Act

US HB6617

Keeping All Students Safe Act

US SB3448

Keeping All Students Safe Act

US HB3619

KEEPING CHILDREN SAFE ACT

US HB1876

Keeping Our Field Offices Open Act

US SB803

Keep Americans Safe Act

US HB1674

Keep Americans Safe Act

US S657

Keeping Our Coaches Act

US SB3571

Keeping Our Agents on the Line Act

US HB354

Enact the Keeping Our Survivors Safe Act

Similar Bills

MD HB390

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD SB282

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD HB350

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

MD SB319

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

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PA SB160

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

PA SB280

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

PA SB1161

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.