Education Modernization and Access Act

The Education Modernization and Access Act reforms the national education system to improve quality, expand access, and prepare students for the demands of the modern economy.

Key Provisions

• Universal pre-kindergarten for all children ages 3-4
• Updated national curriculum emphasizing STEM and digital literacy
• Teacher recruitment and retention incentive program
• Expanded vocational training and apprenticeship pathways
• Student loan reform with income-based repayment

Impact Assessment

The Parliamentary Budget Office estimates the reforms will cost approximately 1.8 billion ALDs annually, funded through a reallocation of existing education budget and new revenue from the Digital Services Tax.