H.R. 8747 · In committee · Education

K–12 AI Literacy and Readiness Act of 2026

Sponsor: Randy Fine (R-FL)

What it does

• Authorizes states and local educational agencies to use Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants to support instruction on artificial intelligence use.
• Permits use of grants to provide teachers, school librarians, administrators, and staff with professional development on using and teaching artificial intelligence safely, effectively, and responsibly.

Official summary

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). For example, LEAs may use these grants to provide teachers, school librarians, administrators, and others with the knowledge and skills to use (and teach the use of) AI safely, effectively, and responsibly, including through professional development.

Latest action

Jul 21, 2026: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 18 - 15.

Committee: House Education and Workforce