Put School Counselors Where They’re Needed Act
Put School Counselors Where They’re Needed Act
Plain Language Summary
# Put School Counselors Where They're Needed Act (HR 3567) ## What the Bill Would Do This bill aims to increase the number of school counselors in public schools, particularly in underserved areas. While the specific provisions aren't detailed in the summary provided, bills with this title typically propose federal funding or grants to help schools hire additional counselors and improve counselor-to-student ratios. ## Who It Affects The bill would primarily affect public school students, especially those in low-income communities or areas with counselor shortages.
It would also impact school districts that could receive federal support to expand counseling services, and school counselors themselves. ## Current Status As of the information available, HR 3567 is in committee, meaning it has been referred to the appropriate congressional committee for review and debate but has not yet been voted on by the full House. To understand the specific funding amounts, requirements, and eligibility criteria, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.