119th (2025–2027)
H.R. 10057
This bill authorizes the federal government to award five-year grants to states to improve early childhood educators' qualifications, pay, and professional development. The grants would help fund scholarships for educators pursuing bachelor's degrees in early childhood education, support for educators to obtain relevant credentials, increased compensation during education and upon completion, and ongoing professional development training. States receiving grants must develop comprehensive professional development systems in collaboration with local stakeholders including higher education institutions, child care agencies, and educator organizations, with particular focus on supporting low-income educators, rural areas, and dual language learners. The legislation requires that grant funds supplement rather than replace existing state and local funding for educator programs. Funding would be available as appropriated for fiscal years 2027 through 2032, with states able to renew their grants after the initial five-year period if they meet program requirements and demonstrate satisfactory outcomes.