Education Bill (Every Student Succeeds Act)

The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), passed in 2015, is a federal law that governs K–12 education in the U.S. It replaced the No Child Left Behind Act, giving states more flexibility to set standards, assess student progress, and improve schools. ESSA emphasizes a balanced approach to student assessment, promotes equitable resources for all students, and supports broader measures of school success beyond test scores. Its goal is to ensure all students have access to quality education and the opportunity to succeed, while allowing local and state education agencies to tailor strategies to their communities.