S.4535

Strength in Diversity Act of 2026

Introduced·5/14/26

Strength in Diversity Act of 2026 aims to increase diversity in public schools and reduce racial or socioeconomic isolation.

The Strength in Diversity Act of 2026 establishes the Strength in Diversity Program to support public schools in increasing diversity and reducing racial or socioeconomic isolation. The Act authorizes appropriations for fiscal years 2027 through 2032. Eligible entities, including State and local educational agencies, can apply for planning and implementation grants to develop and implement strategies to improve diversity. These strategies may include weighted lotteries, revised feeder patterns, and school boundary redesign.

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Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions Committee
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History

May 14

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.