A Democratic bill with 22 Democratic cosponsors · See all 22 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Computer Science for All Act of 2025 authorizes the Secretary of Education to implement a program to expand access to computer science education. The goal is to provide students with computer science instruction starting in prekindergarten through grade 12. This initiative aims to address gaps in STEAM education for underrepresented groups, including women, minorities, and low-income students. Grants will be awarded to states, local educational agencies, and eligible tribal schools to support teacher training and curriculum expansion. The bill seeks to create a model for national replication of these education efforts.
Yes· 3 of 14
- Scored +7
Would children be better off under this?
The bill expands educational opportunities for students from prekindergarten through grade 12.
- Scored +7
Does this put more money into public schools?
The bill authorizes $250 million annually in grants to support computer science education in schools.
- Scored +6
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
The bill provides vocational preparation for the future workforce through computer science instruction.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased access to essential skills: The bill aims to ensure every high school student has access to computer science education within five years of receiving funds (Section 4(b)(1)). This is considered positive because computer science and technology use are increasingly essential for all individuals (Section 2(2)).
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Support for underrepresented groups: The program targets the reduction of enrollment and academic achievement gaps for minorities, girls, and students from low-income families (Section 4(b)(3)). This addresses findings that women of color and certain minority groups face achievement gaps in science and engineering (Section 2(6)).
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Workforce preparation: The bill provides for preparing students for rapidly evolving technologies, such as artificial intelligence (Section 4(b)(6)). This is relevant as computer science and information jobs are expected to grow by 20 percent by 2034 (Section 2(1)).
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Enhanced educational resources: Grant funds can be used for training teachers, expanding high-quality learning materials, and providing student mentoring (Section 4(c)(1)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Limited equipment funding: There is a restriction that no more than 15 percent of a grant may be used to purchase equipment (Section 4(c)(3)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would children be better off under this? — The bill expands educational opportunities for students from prekindergarten through grade 12. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The bill targets the underrepresentation of Black students in the STEAM workforce through targeted grants. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The bill aims to address the achievement gap for Hispanic students in science and engineering fields. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The bill seeks to reduce the opportunity gap for students from families living at or below the poverty line. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The bill authorizes grants specifically for eligible tribal schools to expand computer science access. Would women be better off under this? — The bill includes measures to address the achievement gap and low enrollment of women in computer science. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The bill provides vocational preparation for the future workforce through computer science instruction. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The bill aims to prevent rural communities from being left behind by expanding access to tech education.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The legislation includes provisions to increase the participation of women in computer science and engineering. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The bill specifically targets the reduction of enrollment and achievement gaps for minority students in STEAM fields.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into public schools? — The bill authorizes $250 million annually in grants to support computer science education in schools. Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill funds the expansion of computer science education, which is a foundational component of scientific and technological literacy.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill prepares students for a rapidly growing workforce in computer science and information sectors. Is this likely to grow the economy? — By increasing access to essential technology skills, the bill aims to bolster national productivity and innovation.
- 1/30/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 1/12/2026
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- 12/18/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 12/10/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- 13 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Gabe AmoDemocrat · Rhode Island
Joyce BeattyDemocrat · Ohio
Nikki BudzinskiDemocrat · Illinois
André CarsonDemocrat · Indiana
Judy ChuDemocrat · California
Suzan DelBeneDemocrat · Washington
Bill FosterDemocrat · Illinois
Daniel GoldmanDemocrat · New York
Jared HuffmanDemocrat · California
Glenn IveyDemocrat · Maryland
Robin KellyDemocrat · Illinois
Zoe LofgrenDemocrat · California
Ted LieuDemocrat · California
Grace MengDemocrat · New York
LaMonica McIverDemocrat · New Jersey
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Mike QuigleyDemocrat · Illinois
Deborah RossDemocrat · North Carolina
Emily RandallDemocrat · Washington
Dina TitusDemocrat · Nevada
Nydia VelázquezDemocrat · New York
Frederica WilsonDemocrat · Florida