ADVOCACY 2026 - Rack Card (pdf)
INVESTMENTS AND EXPENSES - Rack Card (pdf)
MANDATES - Rack Card (pdf)
TEEOSA 101 - Rack Card (pdf)

Engaging in advocacy happens all year long. 

When the legislature inserts itself into the boardroom or the classroom, lawmakers need to hear from YOU. 

Advocating for LOCAL CONTROL is critical.  

Here’s what you can do:

Stay Informed  -  Know the Process  -  Engage 

Stay Informed

Track the legislation that impacts your district
Have the data that tells your story

Spending - Student Demographics - School Needs - Community Feedback

Attend the Legislative Issues Conference & State Education Conference

Get updates from NASB’s Advocacy Team

Know the Process  

The 60-Day Session Starts Wednesday, January 7.
Bill introduction is the first 10 days of the Session. 

   Committee Hearings take place the first 30 days.
Priority Bills are identified mid-February. 60-Day 

Session Ends around mid-April.

Legislative Issues Conference: January 25-26 - Lincoln

Engage

Facilitate regular meetings with your representative.
Engage in the process; Go on Record!

Come testify - Write a letter - Send an email

Come to Lincoln for a Day at the Capitol 

Consider becoming one of NASB’s “expert go-to members” in an area where you can engage! 

NASB can assist you ... Just ASK!

Below are examples of the data you should know from your schools to help tell your district's story as various bills are introduced:

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• Number of Kids in Free/Reduced Lunch
• Census vs Enrollment
• Number of Languages Spoken in your District
• Number of ELL Students
• Special Ed Budget %
• Average Class Size
• Student Discipline Policies & Procedures
• Retirement Obligation
• Safety & Security Measures
• Number of Option Kids
• Percentage of Administrative Costs

• School Lands Per Pupil Reimbursement