"Shift in Oversight: U.S. Department of Education Hands Off Special Education Reins to Other Agencies In a move that could have far-reaching consequences for millions of students with disabilities, the U.S. Department of Education has announced plans to outsource key responsibilities for overseeing the nation's special education system and enforcing civil rights laws in schools to other federal agencies. The decision, which has sparked concerns among advocacy groups and lawmakers, marks a significant departure from the Department's traditional role in ensuring equal access to education for students with special needs. As the Department hands off these critical responsibilities, questions remain about how effectively other agencies will be able to address the complex challenges facing special education and ensure that students' rights are protected. The move is set to take effect in the coming months, and its impact on schools and students across the country will be closely watched."
The U.S. Department of Education has begun outsourcing responsibility for overseeing the nation’s sprawling special education system and enforcing civil rights law in schools to other federal agencies ...
