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In a huge surprise to not a single person on the planet, Maryland taxpayers and parents learned that teachers union cash grabs and student success enjoy an inverse relationship.  “Cash grab” isn’t even hyperbolic. Look at these numbers: “In 2013, MSEA reported revenues of $19.8 million. By 2022, revenues had grown 34 percent to $26.5 […]

Nine thousand low-income students across Illinois just saw their last hope for meaningful school choice options slip away. Even as state lawmakers let the tax credit program die on the vine, overpaid union bosses could not contain their glee at the childrens’ loss.  “It’s a new day in Illinois,” proclaimed the Illinois Education Association. No.

press@reformeducation.com 703.454.8501 DONATE DONATE PRESS RELEASE March 29, 2023 Contact: Matt Buckham, President of Institute for Education Reform Phone: 703.454.8501 press@reformeducation.com Kentucky Legislature Overrides Veto on SB 7 Regarding Public Teacher Union Dues In a landmark move that has sent shockwaves through the education sector, Kentucky legislature has overridden Governor Beshear’s veto on Senate Bill

press@reformeducation.com 703.454.8501 DONATE DONATE PRESS RELEASE March 16, 2023 Contact: Matt Buckham, President of Institute for Education Reform Phone: 703.454.8501 press@reformeducation.com Kentucky Legislature Passes SB 7, Blocking Payroll Deductions for Teachers’ Union Dues In a significant development in the ongoing debate over teachers’ unions, the Kentucky legislature has passed Senate Bill 7 (SB 7), which

press@reformeducation.com 703.454.8501 DONATE DONATE IER: SUPPORTED LEGISLATION January 10, 2023 Contact: Matt Buckham, President of Institute for Education Reform Phone: 703.454.8501 press@reformeducation.com The Institute for Education Reform Supports H.R. 174, “No Federal Funding for Teacher’s Unions Act” The Institute for Education Reform announces its support for H.R. 174, a bill introduced in the House titled

press@reformeducation.com 703.454.8501 DONATE DONATE IER: SUPPORTED LEGISLATION February 15, 2023 Contact: Matt Buckham, President of Institute for Education Reform Phone: 703.454.8501 press@reformeducation.com Reform Education Supports SB 7, Aiming to Change Union Dues Deduction for Political Activities The Institute for Education Reform has announced its support for Senate Bill 7 (SB 7), a bill aimed at

press@reformeducation.com 703.454.8501 DONATE DONATE IER: SUPPORTED LEGISLATION April 13, 2023 Contact: Matt Buckham, President of Institute for Education Reform Phone: 703.454.8501 press@reformeducation.com The Institute for Education Reform Supports H.R. 899, Aiming to Abolish the Federal Department of Education Following a significant move towards localized control over education, the Institute for Education Reform has announced its

press@reformeducation.com 703.454.8501 DONATE DONATE PRESS RELEASE April 14, 2023 Contact: Matt Buckham, President of Institute for Education Reform Phone: 703.454.8501 matt.buckham@reformeducation.com Rep. Massie Proposes Bill to Abolish Federal Department of Education In a bold move towards decentralizing education in the United States, Representative Thomas Massie has reintroduced a bill, H.R. 899, aimed at abolishing the

press@reformeducation.com 703.454.8501 DONATE DONATE PRESS RELEASE November 3, 2022 Contact: Matt Buckham, President of Institute for Education Reform Phone: 703.454.8501 press@reformeducation.com Arkansas Lawmakers Propose Bill to Halt Paycheck Deductions for Teachers Union Dues In a significant move against teachers’ unions, Arkansas lawmakers have proposed Senate Bill 473, which aims to block public school teachers from

press@reformeducation.com 703.454.8501 DONATE DONATE PRESS RELEASE November 3, 2022 Contact: Matt Buckham, President of Institute for Education Reform Phone: 703.454.8501 press@reformeducation.com Chicago Teachers Union Showcases Political Agenda; 200 Members Skip School for Political Workshop The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) has come under scrutiny after approximately 200 members reportedly skipped school to attend a political workshop.