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Elimination of Education Department and Direct Funding to States

This bill proposes to abolish the federal Department of Education and transfer educational responsibilities and funding directly to the states. Citizens may experience changes in how schools and educational programs are managed, as decisions will be made closer to local communities. States will receive funds for elementary, secondary, and postsecondary education, with the flexibility to use them for any educational purpose permitted by state law, including teacher salary increases.
Key points
The U.S. Department of Education would be abolished, with its programs and responsibilities either transferred to other departments or eliminated.
States would receive direct federal grants for elementary, secondary, and postsecondary education until 2029.
States would have flexibility in spending these funds for educational purposes, including teacher salary increases, according to their own laws.
New financial oversight and reporting requirements would be put in place for states to ensure proper use of funds.
Federal anti-discrimination provisions would remain in effect for programs funded by these grants.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_2106
Sponsor: Rep. Rouzer, David [R-NC-7]
Process start date: 2021-03-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

States’ Education Reclamation Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2106.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. Department of Education would be abolished, with its programs and responsibilities either transferred to other departments or eliminated.
  • States would receive direct federal grants for elementary, secondary, and postsecondary education until 2029.
  • States would have flexibility in spending these funds for educational purposes, including teacher salary increases, according to their own laws.
  • New financial oversight and reporting requirements would be put in place for states to ensure proper use of funds.
  • Federal anti-discrimination provisions would remain in effect for programs funded by these grants.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Rouzer, David [R-NC-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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