In this role, Quirk will lead the organization’s efforts to shape public policy, mobilize stakeholders and strengthen Save the Children’s position as a voice for children.

 The SEED act grants early childhood educators the opportunity to finally claim the same federal tax deduction for out-of-pocket classroom expenses that K-12 educators have had access to since 2002. 

Following final passage of the Farm Bill in the House of Representatives today, Save the Children and its political advocacy arm, Save the Children Action Network (SCAN), express disappointment in the bill and urge lawmakers to take stronger action to protect children from hunger and to reinforce critical supports for children and families as the legislation moves toward consideration in the U.S. Senate.

Following the House Agriculture Committee’s vote to advance reauthorization of the Farm Bill, Save the Children and its political advocacy arm, Save the Children Action Network (SCAN), are urging lawmakers to strengthen protections for children and families as the legislation moves toward consideration by the full House of Representatives.