Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2026

Key Points

• This plan would provide $20 billion every year from 2027 to 2031 to help states fix up public schools. The money is meant for long-term improvements like building new classrooms, fixing leaky roofs, and updating old heating and cooling systems.
• Most of the money would go to schools with many low-income students or those that have a hard time raising their own money for repairs. States would have to chip in 10% of the cost and create a public database showing the condition of every school building in the state.
• A major goal is making schools safer and healthier. The funds can be used to remove dangerous materials like lead, asbestos, and mold, and to make sure drinking water is safe. It also encourages 'green' updates, like using solar power or better insulation to save energy and water.
• Besides direct grants, the bill creates special 'infrastructure bonds.' These allow school districts to borrow money for construction while the federal government covers the interest, making it much cheaper for local communities to fund big building projects.
• To support American jobs, any iron, steel, or manufactured products used in these projects must be made in the United States. Also, the money cannot be used for things like football stadiums, luxury athletic facilities, or school district central offices.

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