And, beyond the sunset of the Act in the year 2001, states are expected to sustain on their own whatever systems they have established. Nebraska is preparing to enter a fourth year of federal funding at a reduced level. The state like many others is finding itself in a position to reflect upon its performance over the past three years and determine both what to sustain and how to sustain it. Of course, sustaining any initiative is worthwhile only if people perceive it as valuable. This research brief highlights the results of the polling.
Parents represent all parts of the state.
Residents from 92 counties and 198 cities and towns participated in the polling. Parents represent a wide age range. Parents represent all education levels. Parents represent all income brackets. Parents represent all political parties.