1. United States
2. Ga.
3. Letter

The Department of Education oversees crucial programs that provide equal access to quality education for all students. Dismantling it would undermine civil rights protections, access to student loans and grants, special education services, and critical research and data collection on education nationwide. Terminating the Department would abandon the federal government's role in ensuring equitable education opportunities regardless of race, income level, disability status or zip code. I urge you to vigorously oppose H.R. 899 and any executive actions attempting to abolish the Department of Education. Preserving and strengthening this agency is essential to upholding every child's fundamental right to learn in a safe, supportive environment. The future prosperity of our nation depends on maintaining a robust public education system accessible to all.