Washington, Sept. 29 -- Congresswoman Shontel Brown issued the following press release:

Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11), Senator Jeff Merkley (OR) and Congresswoman Lucy McBath (GA-07) have reintroduced the Smaller Class Sizes for Students and Educators Act. This legislation would provide funding for schools to reduce class sizes and increase individualized attention from instructors-improving the overall school experience for both students and educators. Research shows students achieve better academic results with more individualized attention from instructors, especially in kindergarten through third grade. However, the continued strain on our public education system from staff shortages and tighter budgets has mea...