S. 5225 Introduced Education

K–12 AI Literacy and Readiness Act of 2026

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.

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Passed Senate
  4. Passed House
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor Sen. Sheehy, Tim [R-MT] Introduced August 4, 2026 Cosponsors 3 (3 R) Latest action August 4, 2026

Summary

K-12 AI Literacy and Readiness Act of 2026
This bill authorizes states and local educational agencies (LEAs) to use Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants for programs and activities that support instruction on the use of artificial intelligence (AI). For example, LEAs may use these grants to provide teachers, school librarians, administrators, and others with the knowledge and skills to use (and teach the use of) AI safely, effectively, and responsibly, including through professional development.

Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress.

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Actions

  1. Aug 4, 2026 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
  2. Aug 4, 2026 Introduced in Senate

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