CEA Leaders in D.C. to Fight for Students and Teachers
CEA leaders have joined colleagues from across the country in Washington, D.C., this week to remind Congress of the vital role public schools play in our democracy.
Stay Up to Date on the Changing Education Landscape
From the impact of dismantling the U.S. Department of Education to concerns about being challenged for using a student’s preferred pronouns, teachers have many questions about the rapidly changing education landscape.
Make Sure Congress Brings HR 82 Up for a Vote
Contact your Congressperson! At least 218 members of Congress must sign the petition to move legislation to repeal WEP/GPO forward for a vote.
Affected by WEP/GPO? Share Your Story with Congress
Submit your written testimony on why it’s so important to repeal WEP/GPO before a Senate subcommittee hearing June 7.
Connecticut General Assembly Leaders Tell Congress: Repeal WEP/GPO
Connecticut legislators have joined CEA in the push to repeal WEP/GPO—federal provisions that reduce or eliminate retired teachers’ Social Security benefits. In a letter to federal elected officials legislative leaders explain why repeal is so important.
CEA Leaders Lobby Congress
CEA leaders are joining NEA directors and leaders from education associations across the country this week in Washington, D.C., to meet with members of Congress to champion teachers’ priorities.
Retired Teachers Share Their Stories: WEP/GPO Must Go
During this week of action, teachers are urging Congress to repeal WEP/GPO—federal laws that reduce retirees’ earned Social Security benefits. Hear from retired teachers about the devastating impact of WEP/GPO, and take action to right this wrong today.
What Should Congress Prioritize This year?
Share your input to help shape NEA’s Legislative Program at upcoming virtual listening sessions.
500 Connecticut Educators Tell Congress How Social Security Penalties Threaten Their Retirement
Congress’ Ways and Means Committee held the first hearing on WEP/GPO in more than 15 years to hear from Americans who have been unfairly penalized by these federal provisions.
Act Now: Tell Congress to Protect Your Future
Right now is our best chance to be heard on the repeal of WEP/GPO—federal penalties that unfairly reduce teachers’ social security benefits. There is a Congressional hearing Monday, and all educators can submit written testimony.