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 weakened and critical connections severed. Advocates warn that decentralizing enforcement may leave vulnerable learners without the consistent safeguards they rely on under current law. The move raises concerns about accountability and the potential for gaps in support for children with special needs. Without strong federal oversight, families and educators may face new challenges in ensuring equal access to education.
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 ...
