What does Preamble of GAAME Act of 2026 do?

This bill, formally titled 'To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to expand access to school-wide arts and music programs, and for other purposes,' aims to modify the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965.

What does SHORT TITLE. of GAAME Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Guarantee Access to Arts and Music Education Act of 2026

What does SCHOOL-WIDE ACCESS TO ARTS EDUCATION. of GAAME Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1114(b)(7)(A)(iii) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. The amendment modifies subclauses (IV) and (V) by replacing ``; and'' with a semicolon. A new subclause (VI) is added, specifying requirements for arts education. The new subclause (VI) mandates sequential, standards-based arts education, potentially including dance, media arts, theater, and visual arts. It requires instruction by certified arts educators and community arts providers to meet state academic standards.

What does SCHOOL-WIDE ACCESS TO MUSIC EDUCATION. of GAAME Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1114(b)(7)(A)(iii) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. The amendment inserts a new subclause (VII) regarding music education. Subclause (VII) requires sequential, standards-based music education aligned with State academic standards. It also mandates that music education be taught by certified music educators as defined by the State.

What does TARGETED ASSISTANCE SCHOOLS FOR ARTS EDUCATION. of GAAME Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1115 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. The amendment modifies subsection (b)(2)(A) to include programmatic assistance for students to participate in arts programs. This assistance includes support for certified arts educators, professional development, supplies, and other instructional expenses. The term 'arts' is defined for the purposes of subsection (b)(2)(A)(i) to include dance, media arts, theater, and visual arts.

What does TARGETED ASSISTANCE SCHOOLS FOR MUSIC EDUCATION. of GAAME Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1115(b)(2)(A) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. The amendment adds programmatic assistance for students to participate in music programs. This assistance supports addressing students' academic needs through music instruction. Supported elements include certified music educators, professional development, instruments, sheet music, and music technology.

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GAAME Act of 2026

Last updated: 3/5/2026 · Introduced: 3/5/2026

Author: Cory Booker (D-NJ)

TL;DR (AI)

The GAAME Act of 2026 amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to require sequential, standards-based arts and music education in schools, potentially including dance, media arts, theater, and visual arts.
The bill provides targeted assistance to schools for arts and music programs, supporting certified educators, professional development, and necessary supplies.
Schools receiving targeted assistance can use funds to support students' academic needs through music instruction, including instruments, sheet music, and music technology.

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