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Gwen Moore Supports Students, Opposes Republican Education Bill

“H.R. 5, a rewrite of former President Bush’s ‘No Child Left Behind,’ turns its back on our nation’s education system and the children it serves. The bill does nothing to replace the devastating education sequester cuts and reduces critical funding by over $1 billion next year alone. In addition, this bill dissolves school accountability that would otherwise help ensure struggling students, including children with disabilities, are receiving adequate assistance. Among other damaging provisions, this bill does not take appropriate steps to help guarantee our students are receiving equal access to quality education. It also fails to support our nation’s teachers. 

“In its original form, H.R. 5 could have reduced funding for our high-needs schools. Our students’ socio-economic status should never determine the quality of their education. I am pleased that my amendment, cosponsored with Representatives Frederica Wilson (FL-24) and Danny Davis (Il-7), was passed by voice vote in the House. Our amendment works to ensure that funding levels for our high-needs schools remains consistent."

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