Committee on Education and Workforce

06/11/2026

At a time when Republicans are cutting funding from under-resourced public schools, Congress should be investing in public education—not funneling taxpayer dollars to the wealthy. Today, spoke in support of US Rep. Gwen Moore’s Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act.

06/10/2026

Despite all your hard work, Trump does not care how much you’re struggling.

In fact, he loves it.

06/09/2026

458 days. On average, that’s how long it takes for unions and employers to agree on a first contract.

is fighting to change that. The Faster Labor Contracts Act means workers can negotiate for higher wages, better benefits and safer workplaces without endless delay.

06/09/2026

For many workers, the hard work doesn’t end when they vote to form a union— it begins there.

The Faster Labor Contracts Act ensures workers and employers can reach a first contract in a timely manner and negotiate for higher wages, better benefits, and safer workplaces.

06/09/2026

06/02/2026

The Trump Admin’s proposal would not only open Americans’ retirement savings to risky investments but also boost the President's bottom line at their expense.

Ranking Members Scott, Sanders, and Warren are fighting to protect Americans’ financial well-being.

Change backed by labor department would expose workers to greater financial risk, letter shared with Guardian says

05/21/2026

The discharge petition for my Faster Labor Contracts Act just hit 218 signatures, guaranteeing that it will be voted on in the House!

For too long, companies have used bad-faith stall tactics to deprive American workers from getting the contracts they deserve. With this bill, we’re giving our nation’s hardworking men and women the protections they deserve, because workers' rights make the American Dream possible.

05/14/2026

After months of ICE raids in schools, students and families need real support to deal with the trauma it has created.

Ranking Member Congressman Bobby Scott asked Secretary McMahon what the Department of Education is doing to address this mental health crisis.

The answer is nothing.

05/12/2026

The FAFSA Simplification Act was an important first step to expand access to Pell Grants for students and families.

Congress should continue this work and do more to make college more affordable.

The FAFSA Simplification Act, passed by Congress in 2020, has met its goals, with more students eligible for the Pell Grant than ever before and a larger proportion of those students receiving the maximum award, a new report from the Government Accountability Office shows.