K–12 AI Literacy and Readiness Act of 2026

Summary

This bill would amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to add instruction on the safe, effective, and responsible use of artificial intelligence to the list of activities states may fund with certain student-instruction and teacher-training grant money.

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Where it stands

Out of committee and scheduled for a vote by the full chamber.

House Committee on Education and Workforce · U.S. House of Representatives

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Related bills

• S. 5225A 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.Related bill

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Full history

1. Jul 21, 2026

   Committee vote

   Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

2. Jul 21, 2026

   Committee vote

   Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

3. Jul 21, 2026

   Committee vote

   Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

4. Jul 21, 2026

   Reported out of committee

   Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 18 - 15.

5. Jul 21, 2026

   Introduced

   Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 18 - 15.

   U.S. House

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