Washington, Feb. 18 -- Representative Wesley Bell issued the following press release:
Today, Representative Wesley Bell (D-Mo.) introduced the Reinvest in Public Schools Act of 2026, legislation to restore a critical financing tool that allows public school districts to refinance bonds at lower interest rates and reinvest the savings directly into classrooms and facilities.
"Strong public schools are one of the clearest paths to opportunity in this country," said Rep. Bell. "When classrooms are outdated or buildings are in disrepair, it's our kids who pay the price. This bill helps school districts lower their borrowing costs so they can reinvest in safer facilities, modern classrooms, and the kind of learning environments every child des...