Trump signs $79B education funding bill for FY 2026: What it means for schools, grants and federal oversight
President Trump has signed a $79bn education funding bill for FY 2026, providing modest growth and ending months of uncertainty for schools, teachers, and families. The law ensures on-time formula grants, maintains Education Department staffing, and preserves key programmes like the 21st Century Community Learning Centers. Advocates praise the stability for vulnerable students and afterschool initiatives, while requiring federal agencies to report on interagency agreements. The legislation prioritises continuity, oversight, and predictability for K–12 and higher education institutions nationwide.
President Trump has signed a $79bn education funding bill for FY 2026, providing modest growth and ending months of uncertainty for schools, teachers, and families. The law ensures on-time formula grants, maintains Education Department staffing, and preserves key programmes like the 21st Century Community Learning Centers. Advocates praise the stability for vulnerable students and afterschool initiatives, while requiring federal agencies to report on interagency agreements. The legislation prioritises continuity, oversight, and predictability for K–12 and higher education institutions nationwide.
