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March 22, 2018 Merkley Introduces New Legislation to End Student Debt Crisis Sen. Jeff Merkley
March 22, 2018 Bennet, Colleagues Address School Safety Concerns with New Legislation Sen. Michael Bennet
March 22, 2018 U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins 32 Colleagues to Introduce Legislation that Takes on Student Debt Crisis Sen. Tammy Baldwin
March 22, 2018 Adams Statement on the Inclusion of HBCU Priorities in the 2018 Omnibus Rep. Alma Adams
March 22, 2018 Congressman DeSaulnier Secures Funding in Omnibus for Statewide Family Engagement Centers Rep. Mark DeSaulnier
March 22, 2018 Hoeven Secures Provision in Fy18 Funding Bill to Preserve Pell Grant Eligibility for Students at UTTC Sen. John Hoeven
March 22, 2018 Scott Statement on the Omnibus Bill Rep. Bobby Scott
March 22, 2018 Tweet - "After more than a year on the job, I would have hoped @BetsyDeVosED would have learned by now that her extreme ideas to privatize our nation's public schools and dismantle the Department of Education do not have support among parents or in Congress." Sen. Patty Murray
March 22, 2018 Tweet - "Unfortunately, for too many students these days, the payoff of a college education isn't being realized. They find themselves in default with their credit scores ruined and holding massive amounts of debt. This trend has got to stop." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 22, 2018 Grothman Introduces Make Schools Safe Again Act Rep. Glenn Grothman
March 22, 2018 Pocan Leads House Democrats in Introducing Debt-Free College Act Sen. Tammy Baldwin, ...
March 21, 2018 U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Introduces Student Non-Discrimination Act Sen. Tammy Baldwin
March 21, 2018 Bonamici Applauds Increased Investments in Well-Rounded Education Programs Rep. Suzanne Bonamici
March 21, 2018 Students Rally for LGBTQ Protections in Landmark Education Legislation Sen. Tammy Baldwin, ...
March 21, 2018 Senator Murray Applauds Big Wins on Wildfire Funding and Secure Rural Schools Program in Spending Bill Sen. Patty Murray
March 21, 2018 Tweet - "There's not a moment to waste. Congress must pass the Student Non-Discrimination Act. The only thing these young people should have to worry about is preparing for their future. #LetKidsLearn" Rep. Nancy Pelosi
March 21, 2018 Governor Scott Signs Legislation to Support Israel and Highlights Security Funding for Jewish Day Schools Sen. Rick Scott
March 20, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, the Hon. Paul Ryan, the Hon. Charles Schumer, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, the Hon. Orrin Hatch, the Hon. Kevin Brady, the Hon. Ron Wyden, and the Hon. Richard Neal - Urge Greater Use of Diverse Asset Managers In Education Endowments Rep. Maxine Waters, ...
March 20, 2018 U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Supports Anti-Bullying Legislation Sen. Tammy Baldwin
March 20, 2018 Cortez Masto Cosponsors Anti-Bullying Legislation Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto
March 20, 2018 Van Hollen Statement on Great Mills High School Shooting Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 20, 2018 Hearing of the Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations Subcommittee of the House Judiciary Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Nadler, Hearing on Preventable Violence in America: An Examination of Law Enforcement Information Sharing and Misguided Public Policy Rep. Jerry Nadler
March 20, 2018 Pocan Questions DeVos on Guns in Schools, Invites Her to Tour Low-Performing Voucher Schools in Wisconsin Rep. Mark Pocan
March 20, 2018 Warner & Kaine Cosponsor Bill to Help Prevent Bullying in Schools Sen. Tim Kaine, ...
March 20, 2018 Tweet - "Following my meeting with @BetsyDeVosED last week, I have no confidence that this commission will be anything other than a tool for continued distraction and delay. This is unacceptable." Sen. Patty Murray
March 19, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Tom Cole, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies and the Hon. Rosa DeLauro, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies - Chairman Crowley Advocates for Additional Funding to Make College More Affordable for Low-Income Students Rep. Nanette Barragán, ...
March 19, 2018 Letter to the Hon Tom Cole, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and the Hon Rosa DeLauro, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education - Sinema Leads Bipartisan Effort to Help Prepare the Next Generation of Arizona Teachers for High-Need Classrooms Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
March 19, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Tom Cole, Chairman, and the Honorable Rosa DeLauro, Ranking Member of House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and related Agencies - Increased Education Funding for School Leadership Recruitment and Support Program Sen. Peter Welch, ...
March 19, 2018 Grothman Introduces Student and Teacher Safety Act Rep. Glenn Grothman
March 19, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Tom Cole, Chairman, and the Honorable Rosa DeLauro, Ranking Member of House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and related Agencies - Increased Education Funding for Teacher Quality Programs Rep. John Garamendi, ...
March 19, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Tom Cole, Chairman, and the Honorable Rosa DeLauro, Ranking Member of House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and related Agencies - Increased Education Funding for GEAR UP Programs Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, ...
March 19, 2018 Gov. Ricketts Approves Teacher's License Flexibility for Military Families Sen. Pete Ricketts
March 19, 2018 Congresswoman Claudia Tenney Leads Letter Urging Appropriators for Increased Funding for Secure Our Schools Program Rep. Claudia Tenney
March 19, 2018 Gottheimer Outlines Vision for Future of Technology Jobs in New Jersey Rep. Josh Gottheimer
March 18, 2018 Tweet - "We know going up against the NRA and stubborn politicians won't be easy, but like you, I believe it a fight worth taking on." Sen. Patty Murray
March 17, 2018 Tweet - "We need to work together to make sure no student has to go through the horrific violence we've seen repeated over and over again in this country." Sen. Patty Murray
March 17, 2018 Tweet - "I believe it is so critically important that members of Congress, students, parents, and teachers are provided with information about the entity charged with addressing one of the most serious and pressing issues in our country." Sen. Patty Murray
March 16, 2018 Peters Consumer Protection Provisions Pass the Senate Sen. Gary Peters
March 16, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Provide Guidance on Most Effective Anti-Opioid Addiction Education Sen. Bill Cassidy
March 16, 2018 Hirono Reiterates Support for Students and Teachers During National Public Schools Week Sen. Mazie Hirono
March 16, 2018 Senators Introduce Bill to Expand Access to Printed works for Blind & Visually Impaired Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
March 16, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Tom Cole, Chairman, and the Honorable Rosa DeLauro, Ranking Member of House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies - Increased Education Funding for Impact Aid Rep. Jimmy Gomez, ...
March 16, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Senator Murray Demands Answers From Education Sec. Betsy DeVos on New Gun Commission Sen. Patty Murray
March 16, 2018 Tweet - "I have serious concerns that President Trump's commission on school safety, which @BetsyDeVosED has been asked to lead, will be another attempt by the White House to distract from and delay meaningful gun safety action." Sen. Patty Murray
March 16, 2018 Rep. Watson Coleman Urges Support for Students Participating in Protests Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman
March 16, 2018 Tweet - "I just sent a letter to @BetsyDeVosED to get more clarity on President Trump's new gun commission that she will be leading. Parents, students, and teachers deserve answers when it comes to goals, timeline, membership, and how much influence the NRA will have. -PM" Sen. Patty Murray
March 15, 2018 Rep. Loudermilk: STOP School Violence Act is Common-Sense Rep. Barry Loudermilk
March 15, 2018 Rep. Huffman Introduces Bill to Modernize America's Schools Rep. Jared Huffman
March 15, 2018 Sen. Kennedy (R-La.) Files Legislation To Help Flooded School Districts Sen. John Kennedy
March 15, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Uphold and Protect Students' Civil Rights Rep. Bobby Scott
March 15, 2018 Senators Hassan, Shaheen Cosponsor Legislation to Fully Fund Special Education Sen. Maggie Hassan, ...
March 15, 2018 Kilmer, Bonamici Expand Opportunities for Students to Gain Valuable Work Experience Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, ...
March 15, 2018 Rep. Peters Helps Pass Bill to Prevent Gun Violence in Schools Rep. Scott Peters
March 15, 2018 Tweet - "I firmly believe that your action will be the difference. Keep making your voices heard." Sen. Patty Murray
March 15, 2018 Tweet - "This is #PublicSchoolsWeek and I want to thank all of our public educators for all of their hard work. As a former public school teacher, I know firsthand they are building the bright young minds of future generations. @NEAToday" Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 15, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Call for Top DeVos Adviser's Recusal from Decisions on For-Profit Colleges Owned by Former Employer Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 15, 2018 U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Sponsored School Safety Legislation Passes House, Earns Support of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell Sen. Tammy Baldwin
March 15, 2018 See Something, Say Something Sen. Roger Marshall
March 15, 2018 Sessions Votes to Secure our Schools and Keep Our Students Safe Rep. Pete Sessions
March 15, 2018 Tax Reform Sen. Mitch McConnell
March 15, 2018 Letter to Mr. Clark - Halt New GI Bill Enrollments Amid Questions Of Eligibility Sen. Dick Durbin
March 14, 2018 Rep. Rick Allen Votes to Reauthorize School Safety Grant Program Rep. Rick Allen
March 14, 2018 Rep. Austin Scott Supports House Passage of STOP School Violence Act of 2018 Rep. James Scott
March 14, 2018 Schneider, Bost School Safety Proposal Passes House of Representatives Rep. Mike Bost, ...
March 14, 2018 Foster Statement on National Gun Violence Walkout Rep. Bill Foster
March 14, 2018 Wyden Co-sponsors Legislation to Fully Fund Special Education Sen. Ron Wyden
March 14, 2018 Rep. Valadao Votes to Stop School Violence Rep. David Valadao
March 14, 2018 Perry Votes to Strengthen Student Safety Rep. Scott Perry
March 14, 2018 Latta Joins House Colleagues In Passing Legislation To Improve School Safety Rep. Bob Latta
March 14, 2018 Smucker Statement on House Passage of Stop School Violence Act Rep. Lloyd Smucker
March 14, 2018 Chairwoman Foxx: "All students must be safe in school." Rep. Virginia Foxx
March 14, 2018 Walberg, House Advance Bipartisan School Safety Legislation Rep. Tim Walberg
March 14, 2018 Hill: "We protect our airports, homes, and businesses; it's time to protect our kids at school' Rep. James Hill
March 14, 2018 Bergman Votes Yea on Bipartisan STOP School Violence ACT Rep. Jack Bergman
March 14, 2018 Huizenga Votes to Protect Students, Improve School Safety Rep. Bill Huizenga
Date Title Politician
March 22, 2018 Merkley Introduces New Legislation to End Student Debt Crisis Sen.Jeff Merkley
March 22, 2018 Bennet, Colleagues Address School Safety Concerns with New Legislation Sen.Michael Bennet
March 22, 2018 U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins 32 Colleagues to Introduce Legislation that Takes on Student Debt Crisis Sen.Tammy Baldwin
March 22, 2018 Adams Statement on the Inclusion of HBCU Priorities in the 2018 Omnibus Rep.Alma Adams
March 22, 2018 Congressman DeSaulnier Secures Funding in Omnibus for Statewide Family Engagement Centers Rep.Mark DeSaulnier
March 22, 2018 Hoeven Secures Provision in Fy18 Funding Bill to Preserve Pell Grant Eligibility for Students at UTTC Sen.John Hoeven
March 22, 2018 Scott Statement on the Omnibus Bill Rep.Bobby Scott
March 22, 2018 Tweet - "After more than a year on the job, I would have hoped @BetsyDeVosED would have learned by now that her extreme ideas to privatize our nation's public schools and dismantle the Department of Education do not have support among parents or in Congress." Sen.Patty Murray
March 22, 2018 Tweet - "Unfortunately, for too many students these days, the payoff of a college education isn't being realized. They find themselves in default with their credit scores ruined and holding massive amounts of debt. This trend has got to stop." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 22, 2018 Grothman Introduces Make Schools Safe Again Act Rep.Glenn Grothman
March 22, 2018 Pocan Leads House Democrats in Introducing Debt-Free College Act Sen.Tammy Baldwin, ...
March 21, 2018 U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Introduces Student Non-Discrimination Act Sen.Tammy Baldwin
March 21, 2018 Bonamici Applauds Increased Investments in Well-Rounded Education Programs Rep.Suzanne Bonamici
March 21, 2018 Students Rally for LGBTQ Protections in Landmark Education Legislation Sen.Tammy Baldwin, ...
March 21, 2018 Senator Murray Applauds Big Wins on Wildfire Funding and Secure Rural Schools Program in Spending Bill Sen.Patty Murray
March 21, 2018 Tweet - "There's not a moment to waste. Congress must pass the Student Non-Discrimination Act. The only thing these young people should have to worry about is preparing for their future. #LetKidsLearn" Rep.Nancy Pelosi
March 21, 2018 Governor Scott Signs Legislation to Support Israel and Highlights Security Funding for Jewish Day Schools Sen.Rick Scott
March 20, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, the Hon. Paul Ryan, the Hon. Charles Schumer, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, the Hon. Orrin Hatch, the Hon. Kevin Brady, the Hon. Ron Wyden, and the Hon. Richard Neal - Urge Greater Use of Diverse Asset Managers In Education Endowments Rep.Maxine Waters, ...
March 20, 2018 U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Supports Anti-Bullying Legislation Sen.Tammy Baldwin
March 20, 2018 Cortez Masto Cosponsors Anti-Bullying Legislation Sen.Catherine Cortez Masto
March 20, 2018 Van Hollen Statement on Great Mills High School Shooting Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 20, 2018 Hearing of the Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations Subcommittee of the House Judiciary Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Nadler, Hearing on Preventable Violence in America: An Examination of Law Enforcement Information Sharing and Misguided Public Policy Rep.Jerry Nadler
March 20, 2018 Pocan Questions DeVos on Guns in Schools, Invites Her to Tour Low-Performing Voucher Schools in Wisconsin Rep.Mark Pocan
March 20, 2018 Warner & Kaine Cosponsor Bill to Help Prevent Bullying in Schools Sen.Tim Kaine, ...
March 20, 2018 Tweet - "Following my meeting with @BetsyDeVosED last week, I have no confidence that this commission will be anything other than a tool for continued distraction and delay. This is unacceptable." Sen.Patty Murray
March 19, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Tom Cole, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies and the Hon. Rosa DeLauro, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies - Chairman Crowley Advocates for Additional Funding to Make College More Affordable for Low-Income Students Rep.Nanette Barragán, ...
March 19, 2018 Letter to the Hon Tom Cole, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and the Hon Rosa DeLauro, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education - Sinema Leads Bipartisan Effort to Help Prepare the Next Generation of Arizona Teachers for High-Need Classrooms Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
March 19, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Tom Cole, Chairman, and the Honorable Rosa DeLauro, Ranking Member of House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and related Agencies - Increased Education Funding for School Leadership Recruitment and Support Program Sen.Peter Welch, ...
March 19, 2018 Grothman Introduces Student and Teacher Safety Act Rep.Glenn Grothman
March 19, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Tom Cole, Chairman, and the Honorable Rosa DeLauro, Ranking Member of House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and related Agencies - Increased Education Funding for Teacher Quality Programs Rep.John Garamendi, ...
March 19, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Tom Cole, Chairman, and the Honorable Rosa DeLauro, Ranking Member of House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and related Agencies - Increased Education Funding for GEAR UP Programs Rep.Mark DeSaulnier, ...
March 19, 2018 Gov. Ricketts Approves Teacher's License Flexibility for Military Families Sen.Pete Ricketts
March 19, 2018 Congresswoman Claudia Tenney Leads Letter Urging Appropriators for Increased Funding for Secure Our Schools Program Rep.Claudia Tenney
March 19, 2018 Gottheimer Outlines Vision for Future of Technology Jobs in New Jersey Rep.Josh Gottheimer
March 18, 2018 Tweet - "We know going up against the NRA and stubborn politicians won't be easy, but like you, I believe it a fight worth taking on." Sen.Patty Murray
March 17, 2018 Tweet - "We need to work together to make sure no student has to go through the horrific violence we've seen repeated over and over again in this country." Sen.Patty Murray
March 17, 2018 Tweet - "I believe it is so critically important that members of Congress, students, parents, and teachers are provided with information about the entity charged with addressing one of the most serious and pressing issues in our country." Sen.Patty Murray
March 16, 2018 Peters Consumer Protection Provisions Pass the Senate Sen.Gary Peters
March 16, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Provide Guidance on Most Effective Anti-Opioid Addiction Education Sen.Bill Cassidy
March 16, 2018 Hirono Reiterates Support for Students and Teachers During National Public Schools Week Sen.Mazie Hirono
March 16, 2018 Senators Introduce Bill to Expand Access to Printed works for Blind & Visually Impaired Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
March 16, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Tom Cole, Chairman, and the Honorable Rosa DeLauro, Ranking Member of House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies - Increased Education Funding for Impact Aid Rep.Jimmy Gomez, ...
March 16, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Senator Murray Demands Answers From Education Sec. Betsy DeVos on New Gun Commission Sen.Patty Murray
March 16, 2018 Tweet - "I have serious concerns that President Trump's commission on school safety, which @BetsyDeVosED has been asked to lead, will be another attempt by the White House to distract from and delay meaningful gun safety action." Sen.Patty Murray
March 16, 2018 Rep. Watson Coleman Urges Support for Students Participating in Protests Rep.Bonnie Watson Coleman
March 16, 2018 Tweet - "I just sent a letter to @BetsyDeVosED to get more clarity on President Trump's new gun commission that she will be leading. Parents, students, and teachers deserve answers when it comes to goals, timeline, membership, and how much influence the NRA will have. -PM" Sen.Patty Murray
March 15, 2018 Rep. Loudermilk: STOP School Violence Act is Common-Sense Rep.Barry Loudermilk
March 15, 2018 Rep. Huffman Introduces Bill to Modernize America's Schools Rep.Jared Huffman
March 15, 2018 Sen. Kennedy (R-La.) Files Legislation To Help Flooded School Districts Sen.John Kennedy
March 15, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Uphold and Protect Students' Civil Rights Rep.Bobby Scott
March 15, 2018 Senators Hassan, Shaheen Cosponsor Legislation to Fully Fund Special Education Sen.Maggie Hassan, ...
March 15, 2018 Kilmer, Bonamici Expand Opportunities for Students to Gain Valuable Work Experience Rep.Suzanne Bonamici, ...
March 15, 2018 Rep. Peters Helps Pass Bill to Prevent Gun Violence in Schools Rep.Scott Peters
March 15, 2018 Tweet - "I firmly believe that your action will be the difference. Keep making your voices heard." Sen.Patty Murray
March 15, 2018 Tweet - "This is #PublicSchoolsWeek and I want to thank all of our public educators for all of their hard work. As a former public school teacher, I know firsthand they are building the bright young minds of future generations. @NEAToday" Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 15, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Call for Top DeVos Adviser's Recusal from Decisions on For-Profit Colleges Owned by Former Employer Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 15, 2018 U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Sponsored School Safety Legislation Passes House, Earns Support of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell Sen.Tammy Baldwin
March 15, 2018 See Something, Say Something Sen.Roger Marshall
March 15, 2018 Sessions Votes to Secure our Schools and Keep Our Students Safe Rep.Pete Sessions
March 15, 2018 Tax Reform Sen.Mitch McConnell
March 15, 2018 Letter to Mr. Clark - Halt New GI Bill Enrollments Amid Questions Of Eligibility Sen.Dick Durbin
March 14, 2018 Rep. Rick Allen Votes to Reauthorize School Safety Grant Program Rep.Rick Allen
March 14, 2018 Rep. Austin Scott Supports House Passage of STOP School Violence Act of 2018 Rep.James Scott
March 14, 2018 Schneider, Bost School Safety Proposal Passes House of Representatives Rep.Mike Bost, ...
March 14, 2018 Foster Statement on National Gun Violence Walkout Rep.Bill Foster
March 14, 2018 Wyden Co-sponsors Legislation to Fully Fund Special Education Sen.Ron Wyden
March 14, 2018 Rep. Valadao Votes to Stop School Violence Rep.David Valadao
March 14, 2018 Perry Votes to Strengthen Student Safety Rep.Scott Perry
March 14, 2018 Latta Joins House Colleagues In Passing Legislation To Improve School Safety Rep.Bob Latta
March 14, 2018 Smucker Statement on House Passage of Stop School Violence Act Rep.Lloyd Smucker
March 14, 2018 Chairwoman Foxx: "All students must be safe in school." Rep.Virginia Foxx
March 14, 2018 Walberg, House Advance Bipartisan School Safety Legislation Rep.Tim Walberg
March 14, 2018 Hill: "We protect our airports, homes, and businesses; it's time to protect our kids at school' Rep.James Hill
March 14, 2018 Bergman Votes Yea on Bipartisan STOP School Violence ACT Rep.Jack Bergman
March 14, 2018 Huizenga Votes to Protect Students, Improve School Safety Rep.Bill Huizenga
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