Indivisible Lincoln Square joins group urging Pritzker to opt out of Trump’s school voucher plan

Written By Deborah Cohen

How to oppose the federal school voucher program

Contact federal officials: Use online platforms to write to both US Senators and local US Representatives, urging them to oppose federal voucher legislation, particularly if included in tax reconciliation bills.

  • Engage with state leadership: Call Gov. Pritzker's office to demand that Illinois does not opt-in to federal voucher programs.

  • Submit official comments: Submit comments to the IRS opposing the implementation of the National School Voucher Program (specifically regarding Notice 2025-70) to ensure high standards for Scholarship Granting Organizations (SGOs) and to advocate for public funds to support public education.

  • Join local advocacy campaigns: Partner with organizations such as Illinois Families for Public Schools, the Illinois Federation of Teachers, and the League of Women Voters of Illinois to join campaigns, sign petitions, and stay informed on, Public Funds Public Schools.

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