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Elimination of Education Department and Direct Funding to States

This act aims to abolish the federal Department of Education and transfer responsibility for education and related funds directly to the states. This means that decisions regarding curricula, school funding, and teacher salaries will be made at the state level, potentially leading to diverse educational systems across the country.
Key points
The U.S. Department of Education will be abolished, with its programs either transferred to other departments or eliminated.
States will receive direct federal grants for elementary, secondary, and postsecondary education until 2033.
States will have flexibility in spending these funds for educational purposes, including teacher salary increases, as permitted by state law.
New financial oversight and reporting requirements will be implemented for states to ensure proper use of funds.
Federal anti-discrimination provisions will be maintained for programs funded by these grants.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_369
Sponsor: Rep. Rouzer, David [R-NC-7]
Process start date: 2025-01-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

States’ Education Reclamation Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_369.

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 2025-01-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. Department of Education will be abolished, with its programs either transferred to other departments or eliminated.
  • States will receive direct federal grants for elementary, secondary, and postsecondary education until 2033.
  • States will have flexibility in spending these funds for educational purposes, including teacher salary increases, as permitted by state law.
  • New financial oversight and reporting requirements will be implemented for states to ensure proper use of funds.
  • Federal anti-discrimination provisions will be maintained for programs funded by these grants.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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Education