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Republicans Introduce Bill to Revoke NEA’s Federal Charter

Introduced by Rep. Mark Harris with backing from Sen. Marsha Blackburn, the measure advances a long-running effort to strip the teachers union of its congressional ties following allegations of partisan advocacy.

Overview

  • Rep. Mark Harris filed the National Education Association Charter Repeal Act in the House on July 15, mirrored by Sen. Marsha Blackburn’s companion bill in the Senate the following day.
  • Harris confirmed on his social media account that at least ten other House Republicans have co-sponsored the legislation.
  • GOP lawmakers contend the NEA abandoned its educational mission by branding President Trump a “fascist,” promoting divisive gender ideology and sidelining antisemitism efforts.
  • The legislation would revoke the NEA’s 1906 congressional charter and eliminate certain federal property tax exemptions.
  • Earlier repeal attempts, including a 2022 bill by Blackburn, stalled in committee or on the floor, underscoring the challenges ahead for the current effort.