This bill, known as the GAAME Act of 2026, proposes significant amendments to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA). Its primary purpose is to expand school-wide access to comprehensive arts and music education. Specifically, it mandates the inclusion of sequential, standards-based arts education, encompassing dance media arts theater visual arts , and sequential, standards-based music education as part of challenging State academic standards. These educational programs must be taught by certified arts and music educators or community arts providers, ensuring quality instruction. Furthermore, the bill extends programmatic assistance to targeted assistance schools , enabling students to participate in arts and music programs that address their academic needs. This assistance includes crucial support for certified educators, professional development, and necessary resources such as supplies, instruments, and music technology.