Congress members introduce the REFRESH Act to establish federal grants for educator wellness and mental health programs.
Quiver AI Summary
Introduction of the REFRESH Act: Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) and Congressman Johnny Olszewski (MD-02) have introduced the REFRESH Act during Teacher Appreciation Week. This legislation aims to establish a federal grant program to enhance educator wellness and mental health initiatives, with the Department of Education overseeing grant distribution to state agencies.
Addressing Educator Challenges: The REFRESH Act aims to combat educator burnout and mental health challenges, as highlighted by a 2025 survey showing that nearly 70% of early-career teachers contemplated leaving due to inadequate support. The act prioritizes districts facing significant workforce issues, allowing them to develop tailored solutions for their staff’s needs.
Support from Educational Advocates: The REFRESH Act has garnered endorsements from various organizations, including the American Federation of Teachers and the National School Boards Association. These groups emphasize that improving educator support is essential for student success, noting that investing in the well-being of educators directly benefits students and school communities.
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Shontel M. Brown Fundraising
Shontel M. Brown recently disclosed $176.5K of fundraising in a Q1 FEC disclosure filed on April 15th, 2026. This was the 606th most from all Q1 reports we have seen this year. 36.2% came from individual donors.
Brown disclosed $110.9K of spending. This was the 779th most from all Q1 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Brown disclosed $1.2M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 377th most from all Q1 reports we have seen this year.
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Shontel M. Brown Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Shontel M. Brown is worth $32.0K, as of May 7th, 2026. This is the 477th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Brown has approximately $0 invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
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Shontel M. Brown Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Shontel M. Brown:
H.R.8474: Neighborhood Tree Act of 2026H.R.7975: Feeding Families Not Fear Act of 2026H.R.7685: Healthy Hair ActH.R.6429: Expanding Cybersecurity Workforce Act of 2025H.R.5457: Strengthening Agency Management and Oversight of Software Assets ActH.R.5255: Thriving Community Gardens Act
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2026 Ohio’s 11th Congressional District Election
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