More State Flexibility in Education Funding Management
This act grants states and local communities greater flexibility in deciding how to use federal funds to improve academic achievement. It aims to reduce bureaucracy and focus resources on actual educational improvement, while increasing schools' accountability to parents and taxpayers for student progress.
Key points
States can combine federal education funds to better suit their needs, excluding funds for individuals with disabilities.
Schools will be required to regularly inform parents and taxpayers about student progress and how public funds are used.
The act seeks to reduce administrative costs and red tape associated with federal education programs.
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