Orderly Liquidation of the Department of Education Act

# Orderly Liquidation of the Department of Education Act (HR 2456) **What the bill would do:** This bill would dissolve the U.S. Department of Education and distribute its functions and assets to other federal agencies or potentially to states. "Orderly liquidation" means the department would be systematically shut down over a period of time rather than closed immediately. The bill would require transferring existing education programs, federal funding mechanisms, and departmental responsibilities to alternative structures. **Who it affects:** This would impact millions of students, teachers, and schools nationwide that currently receive federal education funding and oversight.

It would affect college students relying on federal student loans and grant programs, special education services, vocational training initiatives, and schools in lower-income areas that depend on federal supplements to their budgets. States would likely assume greater responsibility for education policy and administration. **Current status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full vote in the House. As of this summary, it remains in the early legislative stage. Bills at this stage face significant procedural hurdles and typically require substantial support to move forward.