Bill

Healthy Access for Learning Act

HB9952EducationFiled

To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to encourage local educational agencies to provide students with at least one hour of physical activity time during each school day, and for other purposes.

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This bill aims to update the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 by encouraging local educational agencies to ensure that students receive at least one hour of physical activity each school day. The goal is to promote the health and well-being of students by integrating regular exercise into the school day.

The bill would primarily affect schools and students. Local educational agencies would be encouraged to implement this change, which could lead to improved health outcomes for students, including better physical fitness and mental health. Parents and educators might see more structured physical activity periods in school schedules.

HB9952 was introduced on July 27, 2026, and has been referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce for further review. This bill is currently in its early stages of the legislative process.