Federal Policy Updates

Fact Sheet & Executive Order: Returning Education to Parents & Communities

Date: March 20, 2025
Category: Federal Policy Updates

President Trump signed an Executive Order to return power over education to families.  The order directs: (1) the  Secretary of Education to facilitate the closure of the Department of Education and return education authority to the states, while continuing to ensure the effective and uninterrupted delivery of services, programs, and benefits; and (2) that programs or activities receiving any remaining Department of Education funds do not advance policies that conflict with Trump Administration priorities.  A copy of the fact sheet can be found here and the executive order here

Considering the rate at which federal policy is being discussed and implemented, the Association has consolidated all relevant municipal announcements and information in a single location on the website. The posted information is organized by date and includes a brief description of the issue and access to links for more information.  Municipal officials are encouraged to visit this section of the website frequently, as updates are likely to be posted weekly, and at times, daily.