This Senate resolution expresses support for local public K–12 schools and federal investment in public education. It says the Department of Education plays a vital role and condemns actions to dismantle or relocate the department or its major offices, reduce federal education funding, block major education grants, or shift education costs to state and local governments. It also opposes diverting public education investment to private K–12 schools through vouchers. The resolution does not itself change education programs or funding.
The resolution would not directly change services for students, families, or schools. It states the Senate’s support for federal programs that help public schools, including programs for students with disabilities, low-income students, rural schools, and students experiencing homelessness.
The resolution does not authorize spending or provide a cost estimate. No publicly available information.
The resolution’s supporters say federal investment helps address differences in school funding and supports students, families, educators, and public schools. They also say the Department of Education helps administer grants, enforce protections against discrimination, and oversee education programs.
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