Issue Position: Education

Issue Position

Improving Orange County's education system is one of Loretta's top priorities in Congress. In fact, it's what motivated her to get involved in politics in the first place. As a former Member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, Loretta understands the challenges and opportunities facing America's schools. She has fought hard to make sure that the federal government is investing in our students and providing adequate resources to local schools.
 Specifically, she has championed programs such as GEAR-UP and Head Start to make sure that disadvantaged children have as much opportunity to succeed as anyone else. Loretta is also working to make a college education a reality for any student who is qualified, advocating for increases in financial assistance through Pell Grants and other programs.

In the 111th Congress, Loretta is continuing to take action to prepare our students for competition in an increasingly global economy. In July, she introduced the U.S. and the World Education Act (H.R. 3359), which would expand international education and foreign language programs in America's schools. Through initiatives like the U.S. and the World Education Act, Loretta is ensuring that our children are equipped with the skills they need to bring our country back to educational -- and economic -- prominence.

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