A resolution expressing support for the local public K-12 schools of the United States and condemning any actions that would defund public education or weaken or dismantle the Department of Education.

This resolution expresses strong support for federal investment in public K-12 schools and the students and families they serve, affirming the vital role of the Department of Education in the U.S. public education system. It highlights that federal funding is crucial for narrowing funding gaps for disadvantaged students, providing integrated supports, and helping students meet academic standards. The resolution emphasizes the historical role of the Federal Government in creating equity of opportunity for all students, regardless of their background or the State in which they are educated. The resolution condemns any executive or legislative actions that would dismantle or relocate major offices within the Department of Education, or the Department itself. It also specifically condemns reducing federal funding for public education, blocking major federal grant programs, or transferring funding burdens to state and local governments, including through the use of vouchers to privately-run K-12 schools. The Department of Education administers critical grants for students with disabilities, low-income families, English language learners, and rural schools, while also enforcing civil rights protections and supporting teacher development, underscoring its indispensable contributions to public education.