Education Consolidation Amendments

Summary

Education Consolidation Amendments - Amends Title IV of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act relating to libraries, learning resources, and educational innovation to extend the authorization of appropriations to 1983 for libraries and learning resources, and educational innovation and support. Establishes a formula for determining State guidance and testing grant allotments based on the number of children age five to 17 in each State. Stipulates that local educational agencies will have complete discretion regarding the use of such allotments. Directs the Commissioner of Education to establish a program of grants to States for guidance, counseling, and testing. Authorizes the Commissioner to enter into contracts and make grants to State and local educational agencies, educational institutions, and private nonprofit organizations to design and conduct projects to improve the qualifications of guidance teachers and counselors. Directs the Commissioner to designate an administrative unit within the Education Division of the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare to carry out such program and other related activities.

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• Introduced in Senate

  summary · EN · 15 March 1978

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