Federal Early Education Update: June 2025
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How the House-Passed Reconciliation Bill Would Negatively Impact Young Children and Their Families
The wide-ranging package includes significant cuts to Medicaid and food assistance
Federal Early Education Update: May 2025
The latest in federal early education news
What to Know About Education Funding in Trump’s Budget
New America’s Education Policy program highlights the major education programs included in President Trump’s skinny budget.
Grading President Trump’s (Second) First 100 Days
Sweeping cuts to funding and messy deregulation efforts are threatening students and their families.
How Can States Ensure a Cohesive and Streamlined ECE System?
While many states move towards consolidated ECE governance, others pursue the same goals by other means.
Block Granting Title I: Less Funding, Less Accountability
Oklahoma’s recent proposal highlights the dangers of block granting federal education funds.
Title I Under Threat
As achievement gaps are widening, the current administration plans to reduce funding designed to help high-poverty districts catch up.
Targeting the Vulnerable: How the Trump Administration’s Actions Harm Young Children and Their Families
The stakes are high for young children in the upcoming debate about the proper size and role of federal programs and agencies.
Federal Early Education Update: February 2025
The latest in federal early education news