Congress Has Passed an Education Budget. See How Key Programs Are Affected

Federal lawmakers have finalized a fiscal 2026 budget agreement that resolves prolonged uncertainty over education funding under a Republican-led Congress during a Trump administration. The deal comes after extended negotiations, marking a shift in federal priorities for schools and student aid programs. With bipartisan approval secured, the budget outlines key allocations for K-12 and higher education initiatives, though specifics on major policy changes remain under review. Education advocates and stakeholders are now assessing how the new funding structure will impact classrooms and financial aid programs nationwide.

After more than a year of uncertainty over how a Republican-controlled Congress under President Donald Trump would change federal education funding, lawmakers on Tuesday approved a fiscal 2026 budget ...