Who We Are

Mission

The Mission of National 7002 (Formally Section 8002) Impacted Schools is to secure federal funding which reimburses eligible districts for tax revenue lost (for student programs) due to the federal governments removal of land from the local tax roles; such revenue to be used for the public education of students.

Vision

Secure 100% funding for the 7002 (Formally Section 8002) program

Guiding Principle

7002 (Formally Section 8002) Impact Aid Funds will be distributed in a fair and equitable manner
Membership in 7002 (Formally Section 8002) will be expanded
No decision will financially destroy or severely harm any district

Goal

Secure funding to increase the 2009 appropriations for Section 7002 (Formally Section 8002) to $104,208,335, which would bring it to a funding level of one-third of our entitlement over the next ten years.

Objectives

Develop the strategy that will cause the achievement of this goal
Enhance communications among 7002 (Formally Section 8002) districts
Enhance communication with members of Congress
Work with the leadership of other NAFIS groups to form a unified front to speak with one voice
Cultivate leadership from within the 7002 (Formally Section 8002) group
Assure continued reauthorization of the 7002 (Formally Section 8002) Impact Aid Program
Broaden participation by increasing membership and encouraging active participation by current members