At a time when Republicans are cutting funding from under-resourced public schools, Congress should be investing in public education—not funneling taxpayer dollars to the wealthy. Today, @BobbyScott spoke in support of @RepGwenMoore’s Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act.
Committee on Education & Workforce Democrats
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- Committee on Education & Workforce Democrats repostedI’m proud of the investments we’ve made in education in the Bay Area, a sentiment I shared with San Francisco Unified School District Superintendent Dr. Su at today’s @EdWorkforceDems hearing. Programs supporting parent engagement, student mental health, and special education
00:00 - Committee on Education & Workforce Democrats repostedIt's unacceptable that Republicans on the Education and Workforce Committee are once again picking on vulnerable children and school districts that understand the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
00:00 - Committee on Education & Workforce Democrats repostedToday, House Republicans wasted a committee hearing attacking school district officials who stood up for their students and refused to cave to the Trump administration’s culture war attacks on transgender youth. The treatment these educators received from some of my colleagues
00:00 - Committee on Education & Workforce Democrats repostedToday’s Ed and Workforce hearing tried to weaponize inclusive policies that simply give kids—disabled, marginalized, and queer kids—a fair shot. These policies work to reverse systemic discrimination and meet the needs of all students. Why are my colleagues so against that?
00:00 - Committee on Education & Workforce Democrats repostedThe Nation’s Report Card shows that students are facing serious academic challenges. The response should be more support for students, educators, and families. Instead, the Trump Administration and Congressional Republicans are undermining public education.New NAEP scores reveal a telling divide between younger and older students when it comes to reading and math. chalkbeat.org/2026/06/10/new…
- Committee on Education & Workforce Democrats repostedMy Faster Labor Contracts Act has passed the House! Newly unionized workers shouldn't have to wait years for their first contract. I appreciate my colleagues on both sides of the aisle for coming together to take this enormous step – now let's finish the job:
00:00 - Committee on Education & Workforce Democrats repostedEvery time you wince at your grocery receipt or worry about how you'll fill up your tank this summer, just remember – Trump loves these higher prices and wouldn't have it any other way.
- Despite all your hard work, Trump does not care how much you’re struggling. In fact, he loves it.Inflation is so high that it's erasing all wage gains. Inflation: 4.2% in May for the past year Wage growth: 3.4% in May for the past year. Americans are getting squeezed financially. This isn't just "bad vibes" about the economy. There is real pain, especially for middle-class
- The federal government has a duty to ensure ALL students can learn in a safe, welcoming environment. While Republicans are focused on culture wars, Democrats are fighting for what parents want: a quality education and safe schools. 🔗: youtube.com/live/SG1UqSmLG…
- Committee on Education & Workforce Democrats repostedFaster Labor Contracts Act has passed the House 💪 Read the Co-Chairs' statement below.
- 458 days. On average, that's how long it takes for unions and employers to agree on a first contract. @BobbyScott is fighting to change that. The Faster Labor Contracts Act means workers can negotiate for higher wages, better benefits and safer workplaces without endless delay.
00:00 - For many workers, the hard work doesn’t end when they vote to form a union— it begins there. The Faster Labor Contracts Act ensures workers and employers can reach a first contract in a timely manner and negotiate for higher wages, better benefits, and safer workplaces.




















