Bills · HR 3541
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 3541Education
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INTRO MAY 21· LAST ACTION MAY 21
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenGood vision is incredibly important for a child's education and development, allowing them to read, write, and participate fully in classroom activities. However, many families struggle with the cost or logistical challenges of getting eye care for their children, leading to untreated vision problems that can hinder learning and lead to poorer academic outcomes.
This bill aims to address these barriers by creating a dedicated funding stream to bring free eye care directly into schools. If passed, it could significantly improve students' ability to learn and succeed by ensuring their vision needs are met. If it doesn't become law, many students would continue to face the same obstacles to accessing essential eye care, potentially impacting their educational progress and overall well-being.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a federal grant program, managed by the Secretary of Health and Human Services, to support free eye care services for public school students.
This creates a new way for the government to fund crucial health services for students, directly impacting their ability to see and learn.
PROVISION 02
Allows eligible non-profit organizations to use grant funds to purchase mobile eye care equipment and cover operational costs for providing free services.
This provision enables non-profits to bring eye care directly to schools, making services more accessible and removing transportation barriers for families.
PROVISION 03
Authorizes federal funding for this grant program for fiscal years 2026 through 2031, with 'such sums as may be necessary'.
This sets aside a multi-year window for federal investment in student eye health, though the specific amount of funding would be determined annually.
PROVISION 04
Encourages grant recipients to educate students and parents about the importance of following recommended vision screening and exam schedules.
This aims to promote long-term vision health and awareness beyond just providing immediate services.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAY 21
Introduced in House
MAY 21
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 3541
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMay 21, 2025
Last actionMay 21, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 21, 2025
House BillHR 3541Education
See the Board Act
INTRODUCED MAY 21, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 21, 2025
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