Congress·In Committee·S. 3777

Senate Bill Would Pump $100B Into Public School Repairs, Targeting Low-Income Districts

Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2026

about 2 months ago·View on Congress.gov

Part of: Congress Unveils Major Funding Proposals for School Repairs and Rural Internet

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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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Impact Analysis

Personal Impact

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Scores: 1 = low, 5 = highSentiment: -5 to +5 (net benefit)

State Impacts

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Scores: 1 = low, 5 = highSentiment: -5 to +5 (net benefit)

Milestones

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Feb 4, 2026Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S491)

Feb 4, 2026

Introduced in Senate

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The legislation proposes $100 billion in state formula grants and $30 billion to restore school infrastructure bonds. Supporters argue the investment would create 2 million jobs and address a $90 billion annual funding gap for school buildings.

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H.R. 7340Related bill

Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2026

Feb 4 — Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.