Us Congress Senate Bill SB3152

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 10/26/23
• Refer: 10/26/23

Caption

All Students Count Act of 2023

Impact

The bill's passage would significantly impact state laws by enhancing the granularity of educational data reported at the state level. This is intended to improve educational outcomes for diverse student populations by allowing for a more tailored approach to education policy and resource allocation. For institutions and educators, this could lead to improved understanding and responsiveness to the unique challenges faced by various subgroups, potentially closing achievement gaps that currently exist.

Summary

SB3152, also known as the 'All Students Count Act of 2023', seeks to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 by requiring that annual State report cards include a more detailed disaggregation of data regarding student performance among various racial and ethnic groups. This includes distinct ethnic identities within the broader categories of Asian American and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander, which are often oversimplified as homogenous groups. By mandating that these details are reflected in educational reports, the bill aims to better capture the diverse experiences and educational outcomes of these communities.

Contention

However, the bill may face opposition based on concerns regarding the implementation and ramifications of such disaggregated data collection. Critics may argue that collecting and reporting this data could complicate existing systems or introduce new bureaucratic burdens on schools. Additionally, there may be concerns about privacy and how this data could be used or misinterpreted. These discussions emphasize the need for guidance on how to collect and report these nuanced metrics effectively, balancing the desire for comprehensive data with the practical implications of its collection and use.