FLEX Act
Rep. Mackenzie Introduces FLEX Act to Expand Federal Funding for Charter Schools
The FLEX Act is currently moving through the House Committee on Education and Workforce. The committee recently voted to approve the bill with changes, which means it is now ready to move forward to the next stage of the process. There are no further actions scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
While charter schools have some support from both parties, bills that limit federal oversight or shift funding rules often face significant opposition in a divided Congress.
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Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Life & Work
Charter management organizations, which often operate as small or mid-sized nonprofit or for-profit entities, would benefit from expanded grant funding, more flexible spending rules, and new grants to operate in states with limited charter school options. The bill also allows grants for facility operations costs, easing a major financial burden for charter operators.
“plan to operate or manage high-quality charter schools in-- ``(i) States in which, as of the date on which the eligible entity submits an application under paragraph (3), the eligible entity does not operate or manage a charter school; or ``(ii) States with limited charter school options.”
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Milestones
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 19 - 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.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
FLEX Act
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