The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has proposed sweeping changes to federal grantmaking regulations that could significantly affect federally funded education research. AERA encourages members to review the proposal and submit comments describing how the changes would affect education research, researchers, institutions, students, and the public. Public comments are due by July 13, 2026.

Following the transition to AERA's new membership system last fall, some members who previously held division and SIG affiliations were not carried forward during the 2026 renewal process. AERA has identified affected members and will begin personalized outreach in the coming weeks. Read more

Explore timely insights from AERA Executive Director Tabbye Chavous on the critical role of rigorous education research in addressing pressing challenges in education—and the importance of sustained federal research investments:

• The Hill: “For education researchers, real-world solutions matter most”
• The Wall Street Journal: “DOGE Wreaks Havoc on Education Research”
• COSSA: “Why Social Science? Because It Gives Educators and Policymakers the Tools to Improve Education”

The AERA Professional Development and Training Program has announced the 2026 AERA Virtual Research Learning Series, which includes four professional development and training courses designed to increase research knowledge and expand research capacity. The courses will be held between June 10 and July 13 Learn more

In a new video, AERA President Jerome E. Morris speaks about his vision for the 2027 Annual Meeting Theme, “Transcending Borders and Boundaries in Education Research: Toward a Beloved Global Community.”

AERA seeks volunteers to serve as peer reviewers for submissions for the 2027 AERA Annual Meeting. The deadline to sign up is June 30.