Advocacy
The leading voice for public education and district leadership on Capitol Hill.
AASA advocates for equitable access to the highest quality public education for all students.
The goal of AASA advocacy is to influence federal education policy and legislation through the collective efforts of AASA members across the country.
AASA’s advocacy is driven by a commitment to ensure that the voice of the nation’s public school superintendents informs federal policy decisions.
Legislative Agenda
The guiding principles for federal education policy this year all stem from equity and the important role the federal government stands to play in leveling the education playing field for all students.
Key Issues
Access up-to-date information, position statements, and the latest calls to action to help you navigate complex advocacy issues in federal education policy.
Latest Updates from The Leading Edge Blog
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September 29, 2026
Guest Blog: Superintendent (In)Stability and Student Achievement in the United StatesAASA Academic in Residence Dr. Rachel S. White is co-author of a new EdWorking Paper through the Annenberg Institute.
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September 29, 2026
Rescission Package Does Not Impact K-12 Formula FundingOn Friday, the White House sent Congress a rescission package that would cut $810 million of federal funding that was appropriated by Congress for Fiscal Year 2026 but has not yet spent.
Latest Advocacy & Policy Resources
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September 21, 2026
The Current State of School Meal ProgramsType:Report Topics: Advocacy & Policy District & School Operations Finance & Budgets Health & WellnessServing roughly 46 million meals a day, these programs represent an important opportunity to provide critical nutrition for America’s children and help them build healthy habits for life. -
September 09, 2026
Keep Schools Connected: Protect E-Rate Town HallType:Webinar Recording Topics: Advocacy & Policy Technology & AIA national virtual town hall on why E-Rate matters and what's at stake if we lose it.
Upcoming Advocacy & Policy Events
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Jul07
Legislative Advocacy ConferenceType:Conference Topics: Advocacy & PolicyLearn about the latest federal education policy issues that will impact your district and advocate for public education across the country. -
Oct05
Unpacking the New Federal Tax Credit Scholarship RegulationsType:Webinar Topics: Advocacy & PolicyU.S. Treasury is set to release new regulations for implementing the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Program the week of September 29th. AASA is pleased to invite you to a special briefing on these new regulations.
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