Shifting key responsibilities from the U.S. Department of Education to other agencies threatens the rights of students with disabilities, as federal oversight of critical protections could be diminished. Critics warn that enforcement of civil rights laws—such as those ensuring equal access to education—may weaken without dedicated oversight, leaving vulnerable students exposed to gaps in support. The move also risks disrupting established accountability mechanisms that have long safeguarded educational equity. Experts highlight concerns over how decentralized authority could impact compliance and advocacy for disabled learners nationwide.
Parceling out the U.S. Department of Education’s responsibilities to other agencies puts students with disabilities at risk by weakening federal enforcement of the laws that protect them and severing ...
