Charting My Path for Future Success Act
Summary
The "Charting My Path for Future Success Act" directs the Secretary of Education to reissue and award a contract related to a project aimed at supporting students with disabilities. The project focuses on training educators to help these students set goals, develop action plans, and reflect on their progress. The bill stipulates that the contract cannot be canceled without Congressional approval.
Expected Effects
The bill aims to ensure the continuation of the "Charting My Path for Future Success" project. This will provide ongoing support to students with disabilities in high school. It also reinforces congressional oversight over the contract's cancellation.
Potential Benefits
- Ensures continued support for students with disabilities in reaching their goals.
- Provides training for educators to better assist students with disabilities.
- Potentially improves outcomes for students with disabilities in school and life.
- Reinforces congressional oversight of the project.
- Addresses a specific need identified within the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for inefficient use of funds if the project is not effectively managed.
- Possible delays in implementation due to the reissuance of the contract.
- Risk of the project not meeting its intended goals.
- The bill does not address the root cause of why the contract needed to be reissued in the first place.
- The bill might create a precedent for congressional intervention in contract management.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the Constitution, particularly Article I, Section 8, which grants Congress the power to provide for the general welfare and to make laws necessary and proper for carrying out its enumerated powers. The bill addresses education, which, while not explicitly mentioned in the Constitution, falls under the purview of promoting the general welfare. The Tenth Amendment reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states, but federal involvement in education through funding and legislation is a long-standing practice.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).