There are some legislative issues that require a quick and dedidated response from IASB members. The advocacy efforts of school board members can help influence the way lawmakers view bills and give legislators a better understanding of the local impacts a piece of legislation may have on school districts.
Listed below are Calls-To-Action requests encouraging IASB members to reach out to members of the General Assembly.
Listed below are Calls-To-Action requests encouraging IASB members to reach out to members of the General Assembly.
Call to Action: Federal Education Funding Delay
The U.S. Department of Education sent Illinois a message stating that the Department will not be issuing Grant Award Notifications obligating funds for Title I-C, II-A, III-A, IV-A, IV-B grant programs on July 1. Board members with districts impacted are urged to contact their member of Congress.