CONGRESSWOMAN SYLVIA GARCIA (TX-29) COMMEMORATES NATIONAL PUBLIC SCHOOLS WEEK

Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia (TX-29) recognized National Public Schools Week which runs from February 21 until February 25. The American Rescue Plan Congresswoman Garcia helped pass secured $12.4 Billion for Texas K-12 schools to stay open safely and make up for lost learning time. Nationwide, the American Rescue Plan provided $130 billion for schools to stay open, and an additional $10 billion to help schools conduct COVID-19 testing for students and staff.

"All children deserve access to a safe and high-quality education in the great state of Texas and across our nation", said Congresswoman Garcia. "Nearly one year ago, Democrats delivered the largest one-time federal investment in K-12 schools in history. These funds will help ensure the leaders of tomorrow have the educational and health resources they need today."

The historic investment from the American Rescue Plan delivers $1.3 billion+ total for the school districts in Congresswoman Garcia's Congressional district, including Houston ISD, Aldine ISD, Pasadena ISD, Sheldon ISD, Humble ISD, Channelview ISD, Galena Park ISD, and Deer Park ISD.

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Congresswoman Sylvia R. Garcia was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in November 2018, becoming the first Latina ever to represent the Texas 29th Congressional District. She serves on the House Judiciary and Financial Services.