Bill 119 HR 369, also known as the "Department of Education Elimination Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to abolish the Department of Education in the United States. The bill was introduced by Representative Thomas Massie on January 19, 2021. If passed, this bill would effectively dismantle the Department of Education, transferring its responsibilities and functions to other government agencies. The bill also includes provisions for the termination of all employees of the Department of Education and the redistribution of its budget to other areas of government. Supporters of the bill argue that the Department of Education is unnecessary and that education policy should be left to the states and local governments. They believe that eliminating the department would lead to greater efficiency and cost savings in the federal government. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that the Department of Education plays a crucial role in ensuring equal access to education for all students, enforcing civil rights laws in education, and providing support for low-income and disadvantaged students. They believe that abolishing the department would be detrimental to the education system in the United States. As of now, the bill is still in the early stages of the legislative process and has not yet been voted on by Congress. It is unclear what the outcome of the bill will be, but it has sparked a debate about the role of the federal government in education policy.
Bill 119 HR 369, also known as the "Department of Education Elimination Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to abolish the Department of Education in the United States. The bill was introduced by Representative...