Family Friendly Schools Act
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Oct 30, 2020)
Family Friendly Schools Act
This bill establishes a pilot program to implement policies at elementary schools that align the school day with the work day. It also establishes a grant program as a supplement to the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program to support programs and activities during summer recess.
Specifically, the bill directs the Department of Education (ED) to award five-year grants to local educational agencies for establishing policies at 500 elementary schools that align the school day with the work day. ED must report to Congress at the three-year mark and at the conclusion of the five-year grant period on best practices and recommendations for aligning school and work schedules, and for strengthening partnerships between schools and community resources.
In addition, the bill requires ED to carry out a supplemental grant program to establish or expand community learning center summer programs.
What just happenedOct 30, 2020
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseOct 30, 2020
- Oct 30, 2020IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
Education and the Workforce Committee - Oct 30, 2020IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Oct 30, 2020IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House