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H.R. 882 · 118th Congress · 2023–2024

American Teacher Act

H.R. 882 in the 118th Congress (2023–2024) was introduced on Feb 8, 2023, sponsored by Frederica S. Wilson with 98 co-sponsors.

During the 118th Congress (2023–2024), Joe Biden was president, and Republicans held the House majority and Democrats the Senate majority.

Status
Introduced
Introduced
Feb 8, 2023
Co-sponsors
98
Policy area
Education

What it does

American Teacher Act This bill establishes grants to increase the minimum salary of public elementary and secondary school teachers. It also authorizes a national campaign regarding the value of the teaching profession.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL). Co-sponsors: 97 Democrats, 1 Republican.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedFeb 8, 2023
  • Passed the House—
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. (Feb 8, 2023)

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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.

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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 882 (118th Congress): American Teacher Act,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/118-hr-882/american-teacher-act (accessed 2026-10-15).

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