Abolishing the Department of Education

Official: Sovereign States Education Restoration Act

IntroducedMay 13, 2025

Why This Matters

This bill aims to dissolve the Department of Education and shift its responsibilities to other government agencies, providing states with funding for education directly. It could change how education is managed and funded across the country.

If you are a student or parent, education funding and management could change significantly in your state.

Affects: Students in elementary, secondary, and postsecondary education will be directly impacted by these changes.

What changes is this bill making?

1. This bill would eliminate the Department of Education within 270 days of its enactment. 2. It would transfer various education programs to other government departments. 3. States would receive block grants to support both elementary and postsecondary education. 4. Funding for education would be based on the number of students in each state. 5. States could use the funds for any purpose related to education.

Who is affected?

Students in elementary, secondary, and postsecondary education will be directly impacted by these changes.