Bills · HR 1660
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 1660Academic performance and assessmentsForeign language and bilingual programs
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INTRO FEB 27· LAST ACTION FEB 27
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it aims to boost language learning and recognize students' advanced skills in multiple languages, which is important for a number of reasons. For individuals, becoming proficient in more than one language can open doors to better educational opportunities, higher-paying jobs, and a deeper understanding of different cultures.
For the country, supporting biliteracy can strengthen national security, improve economic competitiveness in a global marketplace, and foster greater cultural understanding. If this bill becomes law, states would have more resources to develop high-quality language programs and give students official recognition for their efforts, encouraging more young people to pursue advanced language skills. If it doesn't pass, many states might lack the funding or structured programs to effectively encourage and certify biliteracy.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a competitive grant program for states to create or improve Seal of Biliteracy programs and early language programs.
Provides federal funding and encouragement for states to recognize and foster advanced language skills in students.
PROVISION 02
Requires states to include Native American languages in their Seal of Biliteracy programs, allowing proficiency in these languages to count for the seal.
Promotes the preservation and revitalization of Native American languages and recognizes the unique linguistic heritage of students.
PROVISION 03
Specifies that Seal of Biliteracy programs must assess proficiency in speaking and writing in both English and a second language, with options to include reading and listening.
Ensures a consistent and comprehensive standard for evaluating and recognizing high-level biliteracy skills.
PROVISION 04
Requires grant applications to detail how English learners and students with disabilities will be included and have equitable access to the programs.
Ensures that the benefits of biliteracy recognition are available to all students, regardless of their background or learning needs.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 19
D· California
YRS IN OFFICE
13
BILLS LED
54
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 19 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 27
Introduced in House
FEB 27
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 1660
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 27, 2025
Last actionFeb 27, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 27, 2025
House BillHR 1660Academic performance and assessmentsForeign language and bilingual programs
BEST Act
INTRODUCED FEB 27, 2025· LAST ACTION FEB 27, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
8 min
COSPONSORS
19
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
