Plain Language Summary
# A PLUS Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** The A PLUS Act would allow states to receive federal elementary and secondary education funding in a consolidated (combined) form, rather than receiving money earmarked for specific programs. Once consolidated, states would have flexibility to spend these funds on any educational purpose permitted by their own state laws. Currently, federal education dollars often come with specific requirements about how they must be used. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily affect states, school districts, and students in public elementary and secondary schools.
It shifts decision-making power from the federal government to individual states regarding how education funds are spent. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. The bill remains under consideration and has not been enacted into law.
CRS Official Summary
Academic Partnerships Lead Us to Success Act or the A PLUS Act This bill creates a framework under which states may receive federal elementary and secondary education funds on a consolidated basis and use such funds for any educational purpose permitted by state law.
Latest Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.