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Abolishing the Department of Education and Shifting School Funding to States.

This bill abolishes the federal Department of Education and terminates most of its programs within 30 days of enactment. Funding for K-12 education will instead be provided directly to states as block grants, calculated based on the federal income taxes paid by residents of that state. Key student aid programs, including Pell Grants and federal student loans, will continue but their administration will be transferred to the Department of the Treasury.
Key points
The federal Department of Education is abolished, and most federal education programs are terminated.
K-12 funding shifts to state block grants, allocated based on the aggregate federal income taxes paid by state residents.
Administration of Federal Pell Grants and Direct Student Loans is transferred from the Department of Education to the Department of the Treasury.
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Print number: 118_HR_938
Sponsor: Rep. Moore, Barry [R-AL-2]
Process start date: 2023-02-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To abolish the Department of Education and to provide funding directly to States for elementary and secondary education, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_938.

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 2023-02-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The federal Department of Education is abolished, and most federal education programs are terminated.
  • K-12 funding shifts to state block grants, allocated based on the aggregate federal income taxes paid by state residents.
  • Administration of Federal Pell Grants and Direct Student Loans is transferred from the Department of Education to the Department of the Treasury.
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. Moore, Barry [R-AL-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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