Advancing International and Foreign Language Education Act
To reauthorize title VI of the Higher Education Act of 1965 in order to improve and encourage innovation in international education, and for other purposes.
This bill aims to reauthorize Title VI of the Higher Education Act of 1965, focusing on enhancing international education. It seeks to promote innovation and improve educational programs related to foreign languages and international studies at U.S. institutions of higher learning. This will benefit students, educators, and institutions by providing more resources and opportunities for international education.
The bill will primarily affect students and faculty at colleges and universities across the country, as well as educational programs that focus on foreign languages and international studies. It could lead to better-funded programs, more innovative teaching methods, and increased opportunities for students to study abroad or engage with international cultures.
HB9971 was introduced on July 27, 2026, and has been referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce for further review. This is the first step in the legislative process, and it will need to pass through committee and floor votes before it can become law. As of now, no additional actions have been taken on this bill.
