H.R.2021

American Teacher Act

Introduced·3/10/25

American Teacher Act aims to ensure full-time teachers earn a minimum annual salary of $60,000.

The American Teacher Act seeks to address teacher compensation by ensuring that full-time teachers in qualifying schools earn a minimum annual salary of $60,000, adjusted for inflation. The Act provides grants to State educational agencies to support these salary increases. Priority is given to local educational agencies serving schools that receive funds under Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. The Act also mandates a national campaign to raise awareness about the value of teaching and to encourage more individuals to consider teaching as a career.

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Education and Workforce Committee
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History

Mar 10, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Mar 10, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.