S. 5225 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
K–12 AI Literacy and Readiness Act of 2026
S. 5225 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Aug 4, 2026, sponsored by Tim Sheehy with 3 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Aug 4, 2026
- Co-sponsors
- 3
- Policy area
- Education
What it does
K-12 AI Literacy and Readiness Act of 2026 This bill authorizes states and local educational agencies (LEAs) to use Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants for programs and activities that support instruction on the use of artificial intelligence (AI).
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Tim Sheehy (R-MT). Co-sponsors: 3 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedAug 4, 2026
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Aug 4, 2026)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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