What does Preamble of HR 7086 do?

This bill aims to support the creation and implementation of State policies related to charter school facilities. It also seeks to expand existing State policies focused on improving the quality and affordability of these facilities. The bill authorizes the provision of technical assistance to support the growth and expansion of high-quality charter schools.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 7086 do?

This bill is formally titled the Equitable Access to School Facilities Act.

What does AMENDMENTS TO STATE FACILITIES AID PROGRAM. of HR 7086 do?

This section amends Section 4304(k) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to establish a State Facilities Aid Program. The Secretary will award grants to State entities on a competitive basis to pay for the Federal share of activities supporting charter school facilities. Grants will be awarded for periods not exceeding 5 years. State entities applying for grants must submit detailed applications outlining proposed activities, charter school involvement, partnerships, and expertise in evaluating charter school success. Priority will be given to State entities in states that provide charter schools with access to tax-exempt financing or have policies ensuring equitable treatment of charter schools. Grant funds can be used to increase funding for charter school facilities, create financing mechanisms, or support alternative ownership models. A State entity may reserve up to 5 percent of grant funds for evaluations, technical assistance, and dissemination of information. Federal funds are intended to supplement, not supplant, non-Federal funds. The Federal share of costs will not exceed 60 percent of the total cost. A state may receive more than one grant under this subsection, so long as the amount of total funds provided to charter schools increases with each successive grant.

What does NO FEDERAL INTEREST. of HR 7086 do?

This section amends Part C of title IV of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. It adds a new section, 4312, stating that funds provided under this part do not create a federal interest. This federal interest exclusion applies to recording requirements under section 200.316 of title 2, Code of Federal Regulations. It also applies to reporting requirements under section 200.330 of title 2, Code of Federal Regulations.

What does CREDIT ENHANCEMENT FOR CHARTER SCHOOL FACILITIES PROGRAM. of HR 7086 do?

This section amends Section 4304(h)(2)(A) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. The amendment requires eligible entities to submit an annual report for 10 years following the date they received a grant. The amendment applies to entities that received a grant under section 4304(a) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 before, on, or after the date of enactment of this Act.

What does GRANTS TO SUPPORT HIGH-QUALITY CHARTER SCHOOLS. of HR 7086 do?

This section amends Section 4303 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. Amendments expand the types of assistance provided under the section to include locating and accessing facilities for charter schools, and ensuring facility compliance with building codes. The section modifies funding allocation percentages, reducing the percentage for certain activities from 90% to 80% and allowing up to 10% to be reserved for a revolving loan fund. The revolving loan fund can provide loans to support the initial operation of charter schools and assist with obtaining, renovating, or rehabilitating facilities. The section expands the scope of eligible facility improvements to include 'repairs, renovations, and building out of charter school facilities.' The amendments apply to grants awarded on or after the enactment date of this Act.

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Equitable Access to School Facilities Act — HR. 7086

Last updated: 1/21/2026 · Introduced: 1/15/2026

Author: Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes a State Facilities Aid Program within the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, providing grants to states to support charter school facilities through financing mechanisms, increased funding, or alternative ownership models.
The bill expands existing programs to provide assistance to charter schools with facility location, code compliance, and improvements, including repairs and renovations, and creates a revolving loan fund to support initial operations and facility acquisition.
To protect state autonomy, the bill clarifies that funds provided do not create a federal interest, exempting them from certain federal recording and reporting requirements.

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