Oppose Education Cuts: Protect Teachers and Students Nationwide

The proposed cuts to education funding in the House Republican budget for fiscal year 2026 will have a devastating impact on every community across our nation, exacerbating the existing teacher shortage and compromising the quality of education for all students. The plan to slash Title I funding by $5.2 billion, a 27% reduction, will cripple schools that lack a strong local tax base. This cut, combined with a 15% overall reduction in U.S. Department of Education funding, threatens the foundation of equal educational opportunity in our country. It's not just urban areas at risk; rural communities will be hit hard, further widening the educational divide. Of particular concern is the proposed elimination of teacher development funding. At a time when we're already facing a critical teacher shortage, cutting resources for teacher training is counterproductive. These programs are essential for attracting new educators to the profession and helping current teachers update and improve their skills. Without them, we risk a severe decline in the quality and quantity of our teaching workforce. The cuts extend beyond teacher training, targeting full-service community schools, Promise Neighborhoods, preschool development grants, and English Language Acquisition programs. These are not just line items in a budget; they represent vital support systems for our most vulnerable students and communities. I urge you to stand firm against these short-sighted cuts. Every child, regardless of their zip code, deserves access to excellent education. By investing in our schools and teachers, we invest in our nation's future. Please act swiftly to protect education funding and prevent any disruption to our schools.