Arts funding under attack!

House Amendments Threaten FY 2011 NEA Funding
ArtsBlog, Americans for the Arts
“Two amendments have been introduced regarding the funding bill for Fiscal Year 2011 currently being debated on the floor of the House of Representatives that would further cut/eliminate funding for the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). The first amendment offered by Rep. Scott Garrett (R-NJ) would zero out funding for the NEA completely. The second amendment of concern is offered by Rep. Tim Walberg (R-MI). It would reduce funding for the NEA by an additional $20.5 million, resulting in an allocation of $124.5 million for the Endowment. The amendments are scheduled to be heard, along with over 400 more, some time over the next few days. To help prevent these amendments from being included, visit our E-Advocacy Center.”