Speak Up for Adult Education Funding

The newly released President’s FY26 “Skinny Budget” proposal calls for deep cuts to non-defense discretionary spending—including the complete elimination of federal funding for adult education. Though this proposal is unlikely to pass the Senate as written, it sends a clear signal: the future of adult education is at risk, and now is the time to raise our voices.

Here’s how you can help:

• Call your legislators using the sample script provided.
• Email your senators and representatives—use our sample message to make it easy.
• Contact your legislators on social media, tag them and share a success story or simply share our messaging on X.
• Act as a private citizen using your personal phone, email, and internet—please do not use work resources.
• Share this message widely with friends, family, educators, and community partners.
• Amplify our voice by reposting COABE’s updates on social media.

Your voice is powerful. Together, we are stronger. Let’s stand united—for adult learners, for opportunity, and for the future of our communities.

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Direct Action Needed

Teachers, Administrators, and Friends of Adult Ed:
Get Involved in Supporting Adult Education!

Please contact your legislator today to let them know how critical funding is to our work.  You can send them an email, make a call, sign our petition, and forward this on to your colleagues, adult learners, family, and friends. Now is our time to come together on behalf of our field!

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