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The federal government removed Obama-era guidance for English learners, sparking concern over inconsistent school support.
The federal government has quietly repealed a 2015 Obama-era guidance document that helped schools support English learners, raising concerns among educators in Maine and across the U.S.
Though legal obligations to provide language instruction remain under federal civil rights laws and Maine’s Human Rights Act, the removal of clear federal guidance creates uncertainty about how schools will implement these requirements.
The move is part of broader Trump administration actions, including eliminating the Office of English Language Acquisition and proposing a $1.3 billion cut to funding for multilingual students.
Maine educators warn inconsistent interpretations could undermine support for over 8,000 multilingual learners, particularly in areas like Portland and Lewiston.
El gobierno federal eliminó la guía de la era Obama para los estudiantes de inglés, lo que provocó preocupación por el apoyo escolar inconsistente.