Bills · HR 5351
REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5351Employment and training programsStudent aid and college costs
NSF AI Education Act of 2025
INTRO SEP 15· LAST ACTION JUN 25
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COSPONSORS
28BIPARTISAN
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 3 / 8Introduced
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the economy and society, creating both new opportunities and challenges. This bill directly addresses the need for a skilled American workforce in AI by providing financial support for education and professional development, from K-12 teachers to advanced researchers. If this bill becomes law, it could help the U.S. remain competitive in the global AI landscape, ensure American workers have the skills for future jobs, and promote innovation within the country.
Without such initiatives, the U.S. risks falling behind other nations in AI development and application, potentially leading to fewer job opportunities for Americans in this critical field and a reliance on foreign talent and technology. By investing in AI education, the bill aims to secure a strong future for the U.S. in a technology that will influence almost every aspect of daily life, from healthcare to manufacturing and agriculture.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes student scholarships and fellowships for undergraduate and graduate students, including those at community colleges, studying AI-related fields.
This provision directly addresses the need to grow the AI talent pipeline by making AI education more accessible and affordable for a diverse range of students.
PROVISION 02
Creates professional development fellowships for students, teachers, faculty, and industry professionals to gain skills and collaborate in artificial intelligence.
This provision ensures that existing professionals and educators can update their skills and fosters crucial connections between academic research and industry application.
PROVISION 03
Prioritizes scholarships in AI teaching, AI in advanced manufacturing, and AI in agriculture, and mandates outreach to rural, Tribal, and emerging research institutions.
This targets specific high-need areas for AI application and promotes diversity and inclusion in AI education across different geographical and institutional types.
PROVISION 04
Requires the National Science Foundation to conduct a nationwide outreach campaign to raise awareness about AI education opportunities.
This helps ensure that potential students and professionals are aware of the available resources and encourages broader participation in AI fields.
PROVISION 05
Directs the National Science Foundation to report to Congress within seven years on the effectiveness of these scholarships and fellowships.
This ensures accountability and provides data to assess the program's impact and inform future legislative decisions regarding AI education.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 28
R· California
YRS IN OFFICE
2
BILLS LED
16
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 100%
DEM 14 REP 14 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
6 EVENTSJUN 25
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
JUN 25
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 33 - 0.
SEP 15
Introduced in House
SEP 15
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 5351
Congress119th
StatusReported
IntroducedSep 15, 2025
Last actionJun 25, 2026
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REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS · SCIENCE, SPACE, AND TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 15, 2025
House BillHR 5351Employment and training programsStudent aid and college costs
NSF AI Education Act of 2025
INTRODUCED SEP 15, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 25, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
14 min
COSPONSORS
28
COMPLEXITY
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