House Committee Proposes Education Department Budget Cuts Amid Nurse Burnout Concerns

A Republican-led House Appropriations Committee has approved a bill suggesting a 10% reduction in the U.S. Department of Education's budget for fiscal year 2027, decreasing it from $79 billion to $71 billion. This development coincides with recent survey findings that highlight significant challenges in retaining school nurses, with only 8% planning to remain in the education sector until retirement.