HR 4498 · 102th Congress · Education

Buddy System Computer Education Act

Introduced 1992-03-18· Sponsored by Rep. Long, Jill L. [D-IN-4]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
5
Enacted
Latest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Elementary, Secondary and Vocational Education.(1992-03-27)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Buddy System Computer Education Act - Directs the Secretary of Education to award a grant to each of three States to create a computer-based education project for children in grades six through eight. Requires such awards to be on an competitive basis. Gives preference to applications: (1) from States with demonstrated ability or commitment to computer-based technology education; and (2) describing projects serving school districts serving a large number or percentage of economically disadvantaged students. Requires site selection and project implementation within nine months after funds are appropriated. Requires such projects to: (1) be provided in a continuous three-year form to two consecutive groups of sixth, seventh, and eighth graders; (2) be conducted in not more than seven public schools within the State; and (3) ensure each student in such classes participates and has access to a computer at school during the school year and at home during the school year and summer. Sets forth application requirements. Requires the use of grant funds to provide: (1) hardware and software components to all sites; and (2) training for classroom teachers as well as parents, administrators, …

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Cosponsors (20)

18 Democrats2 Republicans