RALEIGH – The North Carolina Association of Educators today released the following statement in response to the passage of H.R. 1:
"Despite the voices of millions—including countless NCAE members—Congress chose to put billionaires ahead of our students and working families. We’re deeply disappointed in the members of North Carolina’s delegation who supported this reckless bill. H.R. 1 pulls vital funding from our public schools to pay for private school vouchers, and slashes programs that help families afford food, healthcare, and other basic needs. To make matters worse, many of these devastating cuts don’t take effect until after the November 2026 midterm elections—an intentional move to mislead the American people. This vote makes our fight harder, but not impossible. Educators everywhere remain committed to fighting for high-quality public schools for every child in America."
- Tamika Walker Kelly, NCAE President
