Us Congress House Bill HB6086

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

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

Caption

All Students Count Act of 2023

Impact

If enacted, HB 6086 would force schools to disaggregate educational performance data for various ethnic subgroups under the broader Asian American and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander categories. This amendment is intended to improve the accuracy of educational assessments and to better identify areas needing support within these specific communities. Enhanced data collection could ultimately influence funding decisions and educational programs aimed at addressing the unique challenges faced by these populations.

Summary

House Bill 6086, named 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 reflect the same racial and ethnic groups as identified in the decennial census. This change aims to address the lack of representation for diverse Asian American and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities in educational data reporting. Currently, states only report data based on major racial categories, which fails to capture the variety of experiences and educational needs within these groups.

Contention

The bill is expected to face discussions regarding the practicality of disaggregating data, as education authorities may need additional guidance on how to report these specifics reliably. Some proponents argue that this step is crucial for equity in educational opportunities, while critics may contend that these changes could complicate reporting processes and resource allocation. Moreover, there may be concerns about the administrative burden placed on state education departments tasked with adapting to these new reporting requirements.