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

# Summary of HR 2691 **What the Bill Would Do** HR 2691 proposes to eliminate the federal Department of Education and redirect federal education funding directly to individual states rather than distributing it through the federal department. Instead of the current system where the federal government administers education programs and funding, states would receive the money and make their own decisions about how to spend it on elementary and secondary schools. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** This bill would primarily affect states, school districts, educators, and students nationwide. It would significantly change how federal education dollars flow to schools—moving from a centralized federal agency to a decentralized state-based system.

The bill would remove federal oversight of education programs, standards, and requirements that currently come with federal funding. States would gain more control over education policy and spending decisions within their borders. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Barry Moore, a Republican from Alabama.