Bills · HR 5308
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5308Education
Service Starts At Home Act
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses two common concerns: the cost of college and the importance of civic engagement. By offering paid internships, it provides valuable real-world experience and potential career paths in public service for young people, while also helping local governments with staffing needs. This could lead to a more informed and active citizenry in the long run.
Additionally, the scholarship program helps make college more accessible for students who dedicate their time to helping others. If this bill becomes law, it would create new financial aid opportunities linked to community service and new pathways for students to gain professional experience. Without it, these specific programs and the associated funding for student internships and volunteer scholarships would not exist.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Directs the Secretary of Education to establish a program providing competitive grants for paid internships in local government for high school and college students.
This creates new opportunities for students to gain work experience and understand local governance, potentially fostering interest in public service careers.
PROVISION 02
Requires grant recipients to identify internship opportunities, select students, determine pay, and ensure educational value and reasonable accommodations for interns.
This ensures the internships are meaningful learning experiences and accessible to a broader range of students.
PROVISION 03
Directs the Secretary of Education to allocate funds to states to administer scholarship programs for volunteer service for high school seniors and college students.
This provides financial aid for higher education to students who contribute significantly to their communities through volunteer work.
PROVISION 04
Establishes eligibility criteria for volunteer service scholarships, requiring at least 100 hours of volunteer work and allowing for renewal for up to four years.
This sets clear expectations for students seeking financial assistance based on their community contributions and encourages sustained engagement.
PROVISION 05
Authorizes $50,000,000 for each fiscal year from 2026 through 2030 to fund the local government internship program.
This provides dedicated funding to establish and maintain the internship opportunities for students.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSSEP 11
Introduced in House
SEP 11
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 5308
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedSep 11, 2025
Last actionSep 11, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 11, 2025
House BillHR 5308Education
Service Starts At Home Act
INTRODUCED SEP 11, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 11, 2025
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