S. 4018: GAAME Act of 2026
A Senate bill (S.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | Senate bill (S.) |
| Originating chamber | Senate |
| Introduced | 2026-03-05 |
| Sponsor | Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ] |
| Policy area | Education |
| Cosponsors | 3 |
| Latest action | 2026-03-05 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. |
| Last updated | 2026-04-03 |
Summary
Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2026-03-05):
Guarantee Access to Arts and Music Education Act of 2026 or the GAAME Act of 2026
This bill specifies that funds that support the instructional needs of elementary and secondary students from low-income families (i.e., Title I funds) may be used for arts and music programs.
First, the bill specifies that schools operating school-wide programs may include descriptions related to arts and music education in their comprehensive plans. Such a plan may include a description of (1) how sequential, standards-based arts education taught by certified educators and providers meet the challenging state academic standards, and (2) how sequential, standards-based music education taught by certified educators align with the challenging state academic standards.
Second, the bill specifies that schools operating targeted assistance programs may use funds for arts and music programs that address the academic needs of students. This assistance may include providing support for certified educators, professional development, supplies, instruments, and other expenses.
Cosponsors (3)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Ben Ray Luján | D NM (original cosponsor) 2026-03-05 |
| Alex Padilla | D CA (original cosponsor) 2026-03-05 |
| John W. Hickenlooper | D CO 2026-03-10 |
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S. 4018 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
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Frequently asked questions
What is S. 4018?
S. 4018 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: GAAME Act of 2026.
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S. 4018 are available on congress.gov.
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