Federal · 119th Congress
SYLLABLE Act of 2026
Policy areaEducation
Summary
Supporting Young Language Learners' Access to Bilingual Education Act of 2026 or the SYLLABLE Act of 2026
This bill authorizes the Department of Education to award up to five grants to partnerships of local educational agencies, early childhood education programs, and technical assistance entities for the implementation of dual language immersion programs to serve low-income children, including English learners and minority children, in high-need schools from preschool through 5th grade.
Sponsor
Cosponsors6
Eleanor Holmes NortonDU.S. Representative · At-Large · DC
Juan VargasDU.S. Representative · 52nd District · CA
Frederica S. WilsonDU.S. Representative · 24th District · FL
Adriano EspaillatDU.S. Representative · 13th District · NY
Melanie A. StansburyDU.S. Representative · 1st District · NM
Alma S. AdamsDU.S. Representative · 12th District · NCOther titles3
To establish high-quality dual language immersion programs in low-income communities, and for other purposes.Official Title as Introduced
SYLLABLE Act of 2026Short Title(s) as Introduced
Supporting Young Language Learners’ Access to Bilingual Education Act of 2026Short Title(s) as Introduced
Legislative history2
Sep 16, 2026
HouseReferred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sep 16, 2026
IntroducedIntroduced in House