AREA Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (22 Jan 2024): Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 309.
What this bill does
S. 3392, also known as the AREA Act, aims to reauthorize several existing laws related to education research and assessment. Specifically, it would renew the Education Sciences Reform Act of 2002, the Educational Technical Assistance Act of 2002, and the National Assessment of Educational Progress Authorization Act. The bill details changes to definitions for terms like "evidence-based" and "scientifically valid research" within education, and it outlines the functions and structure of the Institute of Education Sciences, including its National Center for Education Research, National Center for Education Statistics, National Center for Education Evaluation and Evidence Use, and National Center for Special Education Research.
This legislation primarily affects individuals and entities involved in education, from early childhood through higher education and adult education. This includes students, families, educators, school leaders, administrators, researchers, policymakers, and the general public, by influencing the type of research conducted, the dissemination of educational data, and the provision of technical assistance to implement evidence-based practices. The bill also redefines terms related to various student groups, such as English learners and children with disabilities.
S. 3392 was introduced in the Senate on December 4, 2023. It was subsequently reported by the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions on January 22, 2024, with an amendment. This means the bill has passed out of committee and is now in a position to be considered by the full Senate. If the Senate passes the bill, it would then proceed to the House of Representatives for consideration.
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Timeline
22 Jan 2024
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 309.
Common questions
- What does S. 3392 do?
- S. 3392, also known as the AREA Act, aims to reauthorize several existing laws related to education research and assessment. Specifically, it would renew the Education Sciences Reform Act of 2002, the Educational Technical Assistance Act of 2002, and the National Assessment of Educational Progress Authorization Act. The bill details changes to definitions for terms like "evidence-based" and "scientifically valid research" within education, and it outlines the functions and structure of the Institute of Education Sciences, including its National Center for Education Research, National Center for Education Statistics, National Center for Education Evaluation and Evidence Use, and National Center for Special Education Research. This legislation primarily affects individuals and entities involved in education, from early childhood through higher education and adult education. This includes students, families, educators, school leaders, administrators, researchers, policymakers, and the general public, by influencing the type of research conducted, the dissemination of educational data, and the provision of technical assistance to implement evidence-based practices. The bill also redefines terms related to various student groups, such as English learners and children with disabilities. S. 3392 was introduced in the Senate on December 4, 2023. It was subsequently reported by the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions on January 22, 2024, with an amendment. This means the bill has passed out of committee and is now in a position to be considered by the full Senate. If the Senate passes the bill, it would then proceed to the House of Representatives for consideration.
- Has S. 3392 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 3392. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 3392?
- S. 3392 was sponsored by Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT] (I-VT), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on S. 3392?
- Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 309. (22 Jan 2024).
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