Congress·Reported·H.R. 3453

Empower Charter School Educators to Lead Act

Charter School Grants: Extra Support for Educator-Led New Schools

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This bill is waiting for a vote by the full House of Representatives. It has not had any recorded action since January 2026, which means it has been stalled for about five months. While the bill passed its committee stage, it still needs House leadership to schedule a time for a final vote.

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How we got here

This bill’s path across every version that has carried it.

Reintroduced
Reintroduced from H.R. 6418 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 6418 (118th) →

Key Points

Congress would update federal charter school grants to add more hands-on help for applicants and charter authorizers.
It adds small planning grants (up to $100,000) for people building a new charter school plan, but only if the team is led by experienced educators.
To qualify, educator-leaders must have at least 54 months of school-based experience and show a track record of leadership and student success.
States could use some funds for a revolving loan to cover upfront costs before reimbursements, and help groups find and pay for school buildings.
It shifts how grant money can be split, including setting aside up to 5% for these educator-led planning grants and adjusting other set-asides.

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Milestones

3 milestones6 actions

Jan 13, 2026House

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 379.

The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.

Jan 13, 2026House

Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Workforce. H. Rept. 119-443.

Jun 25, 2025House

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 20 - 15.

The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.

Jun 25, 2025House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

May 15, 2025House

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

No votes or news coverage recorded for this bill yet.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Empower Charter School Educators to Lead Act

Bill NumberHR 3453

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionPlaced on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 379.

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D: 6R: 11

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