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HCR 14

EDUCATION: Expresses support for federal efforts to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education and memorializes congress to fully cooperate with these efforts

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Beryl Amedée and 24 co-sponsors

Louisiana House passes non-binding resolution supporting elimination of U.S. Department of Education and urging Congress to pursue this federal restructuring effort.

Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
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Bill Summary · HCR 14

Legislative bill overview

HCR 14 is a non-binding resolution from Louisiana that expresses state support for eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and calls on Congress to cooperate with such efforts. The resolution passed the Louisiana House in April 2026 with a 59-29 vote and was sent to the Senate. As a concurrent resolution, it carries no legal force but serves as an official statement of legislative intent.

Why is this important

This reflects growing political momentum in certain states to decentralize federal education policy and return authority to states and localities. The resolution signals Louisiana's position in ongoing national debates about federal versus state control of education, curriculum standards, and funding mechanisms—issues that affect millions of students and billions in education funding.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation complexity: The Department of Education manages $238 billion in annual spending, federal student loan programs, and civil rights enforcement; eliminating it raises serious questions about transition logistics and continuity
  • Federal funding uncertainty: States currently receive federal education dollars tied to Department oversight; elimination could jeopardize funding or shift financial burdens entirely to states
  • Civil rights enforcement: The Department enforces Title IX, special education requirements (IDEA), and other protections; decentralization may create uneven legal protections across states
  • Educational standards: Current federal benchmarks and accountability measures would be removed, potentially increasing variation in educational quality and college/workforce readiness

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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