NEA speaks up for the rights of students. Browse recent messages to Congressional leadership, and add your voice.

Speak Up for Students Our Voice is Our Power
We’ll advocate for fully-funded public schools. We’ll dismantle unjust systems. We’ll give our students the opportunities they need to succeed. Help us make it happen.
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Historic Victory: Social Security Fairness Act Signed into law
With a win 40 years in the making, NEA secures full retirement benefits for educators and repeals unfair penalties known as GPO and WEP.

Our Issues
From fully funding Title I and IDEA to voting rights and making our schools safe, we are advocating for our students, our schools, and our communities.

Bills in Congress
NEA advocates for students and educators on Capitol Hill.
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Workers' Rights Department of Defense Schools
House marks up bills affecting military-connected students
Submitted on March 24, 2025
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Vote NO on the so-called Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025
Submitted on March 3, 2025
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Vote NO on confirming Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education
Submitted on February 25, 2025
OUR VOICE = POWER Speak Up for Public Schools
When we unite and speak truth to power, we can have an enormous impact. Stay up to date on the latest actions you can take to protect and improve public schools for all students.