NASSP Reacts to Education Budget Passage

NASSP reacted to Fiscal Year 2026 federal education budget bill passed by Congress.

"Congress listened," said Ronn Nozoe, CEO of NASSP. "When we brought educators and students to Capitol Hill, they shared real solutions for real challenges: how to hire and keep great teachers, how to support students in mental health crises, and how to ensure every child gets what they need. We are grateful that Congress heard those voices and acted, as this funding lets school leaders focus on students instead of worrying about resources. And that's exactly how it should be. Faithful implementation of these funding levels will be critical so school leaders can count on the resources Congress has provided."

Schools nationwide avoided cuts to critical resources that serve America's most vulnerable students under the education cuts passed by Congress today, including mental health support, special education services, and opportunities for students in high-poverty districts.

In 2025, NASSP brought hundreds of school leaders and students from the National Student Council to Capitol Hill to give the school community a seat at the table during budget negotiations. You can find NASSP's legislative agenda here.

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