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H.R.1578: Fast Track to College Act of 2009
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced March 18, 2009
- Latest Major Action March 22, 2010
- See the four similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
16 (16 Democrats, 1 Independent)
Bill Summary
Fast Track to College Act of 2009 - Authorizes the Secretary of Education to award matching six-year grants to local educational agencies (LEAs) that partner with institutions of higher education (IHEs) to establish or support dual enrollment programs, such as early college high schools, that allow high school students to earn credit simultaneously toward a high school diploma and a postsecondary degree or certificate. Gives grant priority to...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
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March 18, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Dale E. Kildee (D-Mich.) |