Computer Education Assistance Act

Summary

Computer Education Assistance Act - Authorizes the Secretary of Education to make grants to States to pay the Federal share of the costs of strengthening computer education in the elementary and secondary schools. Authorizes appropriations for such purpose for FY 1985 through 1988. Sets forth provisions for allotments to States and for allocation of allotments within States. Provides that two percent of the appropriations for this Act be reserved for specified territories and possessions of the United States. Provides for allotment to States on the basis of school-age population and on the basis of a formula for distribution of aid for disadvantaged school children under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. Directs the State educational agency (SEA) to allocate the State allotment to local educational agencies (LEAs) on the basis of similar factors and such other factors as the SEA determines to be essential in carrying out this Act. Allows grants under this Act to be used to pay the Federal share of: (1) planning activities; (2) acquisition of computers and other equipment for computer education; (3) teacher training programs; and (4) software acquisition. Sets forth requirements for State applications for grants under this Act. Sets forth requirements for local applications for payments under this Act. Authorizes the Secretary, through the National Institute of Education, to make grants to or contracts with public agencies and private organizations, including business concerns, for the development, analysis, and dissemination of information relating to improved instruction in computer education. Authorizes appropriations for such purpose for FY 1985 through 1988. Makes specified provisions of the Education Consolidation and Improvement Act of 1981 relating to participation of children enrolled in private schools applicable to the financial assistance made available under this Act. Directs the Secretary to pay each State, from the amount allotted, the Federal share (75 percent) of the cost of the program assisted under this Act. Permits non-Federal contributions to be in cash or in kind, including plant, equipment, and services.

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• Introduced in Senate

  summary · EN · 15 September 1983

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