Bill > SJR2012

This joint resolution, originating from the State of Iowa, expresses support for transferring educational authority from the federal government back to the states, a concept known as "devolution of power." It argues that the U.S. Department of Education, established in 1980, has led to excessive federal control through burdensome regulations and uniform mandates, despite significant spending, without improving student reading scores. The resolution emphasizes that states and local communities are better equipped to tailor education to their students' specific needs and values, citing President Trump's expressed desire to eliminate the Department of Education as a move that would align with the Tenth Amendment, which reserves powers not given to the federal government to the states, and would lead to more efficient use of taxpayer money and better educational outcomes. Therefore, the Iowa General Assembly supports federal efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education and urges Congress to cooperate with such initiatives.

Education (Senate)

https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=SJR2012