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Invest in Rural Teachers Act

2/12/2026, 4:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7202

The bill "Invest in Rural Teachers Act" was introduced in the 119th Congress on January 22, 2026. The purpose of the bill is to address issues related to rural education by likely providing support or incentives to recruit and retain teachers in rural areas. Specific provisions and directives within the bill remain unspecified in the provided context. More detailed information can be accessed through the official PDF version of the bill available at the provided URL.

Current Status of Bill HR 7202

Bill HR 7202 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 22, 2026. Bill HR 7202 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 22, 2026.  Bill HR 7202's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of January 22, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7202

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7202

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7202

To direct the Secretary of Education to carry out a grant program to support signing and retention bonuses for teachers in rural schools, and for other purposes.
To direct the Secretary of Education to carry out a grant program to support signing and retention bonuses for teachers in rural schools, and for other purposes.

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