A bill to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to include certain curriculum expenses as permissible use of funds, and for other purposes.
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Latest Action · August 4, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
The K–12 AI Literacy and Readiness Act of 2026 amends federal education law to allow schools to use existing education funding to teach students about artificial intelligence and to train teachers in AI skills. The bill permits both state and local school districts to spend money on AI curriculum and professional development for educators, as long as the instruction focuses on using AI in safe, effective, and responsible ways. This legislation affects all public K-12 schools and their students, along with teachers, school administrators, librarians, and support staff. The bill does not provide new funding but rather expands what schools can do with money they already receive under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. No specific budget amount or implementation timeline is included in the legislation.
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