Teachers across the nation have been waiting with bated breath for the government to do something to save their jobs. Now, a crucial vote may make all the difference.

According to Tulsa World, Oklahoma is set to receive $119 million to save 1,900 teaching jobs after the Senate proposal was approved. The bill is expected to pass later this month.

The $26 billion bill would provide funding for officers and public employees, along with Medicaid assistance, according to the news source.

“Because of the historic recession, we’re having a tough time making ends meet, and the more resources we can get to classrooms and health care programs, the better for Oklahoma,” Brad Henry, governor of Oklahoma, told the news source.

As the school year gets closer, teachers around the country are still waiting to see when this piece of legislation will be fully approved.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of teachers around the country is expected to increase by 13% through 2018.