Member Communications: Keeping You Connected
| AESA offers four distinct electronic publications as well as our Federal Updates blog designed to keep members informed, engaged, and connected. These communications provide valuable updates, insights, and resources tailored specifically for educational service agencies (ESAs). |
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Education Programs Face Uncertainty Amid Federal Funding Impasse
The Senate failed to pass a negotiated FY26 spending package before the January 30 deadline, leaving funding unresolved for six appropriations bills, including Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education.
Congress Releases Bipartisan, Bicameral FY26 LHHS Proposal
Congress released a bipartisan, bicameral Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education funding package as part of a larger “minibus” that includes funding for three other spending bills.
Administration Releases Dietary Guidelines for Americans
On January 7, the Department of Education (ED) granted Iowa a waiver from a variety of Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) regulations through FY2028.




