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The FY2026 'skinny' budget had legal force to eliminate GEAR UP immediately.

Explanation

A presidential budget proposal guides priorities but doesn't change law. Congress must pass appropriations or statutes to end programs like GEAR UP and TRIO.

The FY2026 'skinny' budget had legal force to eliminate GEAR UP immediately. - Education Department cancels at least one GEAR UP award; budget proposal seeks to end GEAR UP and TRIO | Principle Civics