Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act
Sponsored By: Senator Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH]
In Committee
Summary
Modernize K–12 math education through mathematical and statistical modeling and data-driven thinking. This bill would direct the National Science Foundation (NSF) to fund research, teacher training, hands-on data work, and partnerships that connect classroom modeling to internships and STEM career pathways.
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
National study on K–12 modeling
If enacted, the NSF Director would seek an agreement within 180 days with the National Academies (or another group if they decline) to study how to put modeling into K–12 education. The study would look at barriers and enablers, teacher preparation gaps, workplace and internship pathways, and ways to communicate with communities. The study must hold at least one public meeting and deliver a final report with findings and recommendations to NSF, the Education Department, and Congress within 24 months of the agreement.
Grants to modernize K–12 math
If enacted, the NSF would run a competitive grant program to help public K–12 schools teach mathematical and statistical modeling. The bill would authorize $10 million per year for those grants for FY2026–2030, and money would only be available if Congress appropriates it. Grants would require partnerships with school districts, researchers, and communities and must include outcome-focused evaluation plans; NSF would publish results and report portfolio findings to Congress. The authority to make new awards would expire on September 30, 2029.
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Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH]
NH • D
Cosponsors
Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]
TN • R
Sponsored 5/5/2025
Roll Call Votes
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