The U.S. Department of Education (ED) has released a notice seeking comments on proposed changes to the design and funding for the Comprehensive Centers (CC) program which are authorized under the Educational Technical Assistance Act administered by the Secretary of Education. As noted by ED, the CC program is intended to build the capacity of state, regional, local, and Tribal education agencies, and schools to improve instruction, expand educational opportunity, close achievement gaps, and raise outcomes—particularly for students with the greatest needs. The proposed redesign would include a National Center, Regional Centers, and Content Centers, one of which will be the National Center on Improving Literacy for Students with Disabilities. ED seeks input that addresses specific questions regarding priorities for CC redesign and the proposed new centers. COPAA will provide an opportunity in the coming weeks for members to submit comments to ED prior to the April 2 deadline.
White House Sends Budget to Congress, Eliminates Preschool and Other Special Ed Funding
On Friday, the White House released the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Budget Request to inform Congress’ work on annual appropriations. The Administration’s budget proposes funding levels for education, justice, health, and other federal programs, which will be negotiated by...

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