This resolution supports the Green New Deal for Public Schools Act of 2021, which aims to invest $1.43 trillion in upgrading public schools to improve health, safety, and accessibility while addressing educational and economic disparities. It also includes funding for special education services.
Resolution supporting the Green New Deal for Public Schools Act of 2021 (H.R. 4442), to invest $1.43 trillion to provide green renovations and retrofits to public schools to meet health, accessibility, safety needs, identify and alleviate educational and economic disparities among students, and provide funding for special education services.
How it got here
The legislation originated from the need to support federal funding for public school renovations and services, prompted by historical underfunding and recent challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Green New Deal for Public Schools Act (H.R. 4442) was introduced to invest $1.43 trillion in public school infrastructure and services.
The Board adopted a resolution supporting H.R. 4442, highlighting the urgent need for federal investment in public schools.
SFUSD faced a projected budget deficit, primarily due to rising special education costs, underscoring the need for additional funding.
The Mayor returned the resolution unsigned, which then became effective without her approval.
Reconstructed from attached documents & the official record
