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Created: 2025-07-21 19:26:33 UTC

The AFTER SCHOOL Act (S.1571) authorizes $15M annually for targeted after-school programs in high-crime areas with strict accountability measures - a sharp contrast to the 21st CCLC's $1.3B slush fund that required congressional pressure to release. While quality programs matter, the real issue is Washington's addiction to bloated budgets with zero oversight.

The delayed 21st CCLC funding caused chaos - summer programs shuttered, fall plans canceled - proving bureaucrats can't manage basic disbursements.

Capito's right to demand action, but permanent reform requires shifting control to local districts through bills like S.1571 rather than feeding the DC grift machine.


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