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Board hears OSBA/NSBA updates warning of federal proposals that could reduce public school funding
Summary
Director Al‑Abdrabbuh and Chair Whitebear summarized OSBA and NSBA concerns that federal proposals, such as the Educational Choice for Children Act, could divert billions from public education and harm local services; the board encouraged community advocacy in Salem.
Director Sami Al‑Abdrabbuh relayed recent NSBA action supporting universal access to education and urged opposition to federal budget proposals that might divert public education funds or cut services such as school‑based Medicaid supports and school meals. Chair Whitebear highlighted the OSBA’s stance opposing the Educational Choice for Children Act, stating it would divert "$10 billion annually away from public schools."
Board members encouraged community advocacy and said the board will coordinate outreach to the state capital on education funding and policy. The discussion underscored the board's view that unfunded state and federal mandates are a driver of local budget strain.
