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The Fight to Save Rural Schools: An Urgent Appeal for Federal Funding

This is not just a California issue; it affects communities nationwide.
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The Fight to Save Rural Schools: An Urgent Appeal for Federal Funding
California's Rural Counties Are About to Lose Funding for Schools and Roads | Jaime Green
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California’s rural counties, some of the poorest in the state, are at risk of losing crucial funding for schools and roads. This is not just a California issue; it affects communities nationwide. If the Secure Rural Schools (SRS) Act is not reauthorized, thousands of school employees and road workers will lose their jobs, putting education and infrastructure at risk.
To understand the situation, we spoke with Jamie Green, Superintendent of Trinity Alps Unified School District in California. He has been at the forefront of the fight to restore this funding and ensure the survival of rural schools and roads.

The Importance of Secure Rural Schools Act

Siyamak Khorrami: Jamie, welcome. Can you give us some background on the Secure Rural Schools Act and its significance?
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