Education Department proposes ending current Equity Assistance Center rules

The Education Department is proposing to rescind regulations that govern its Equity Assistance Center Program. These rules, last updated in 2016, currently set out how the department awards grants and operates regional centers that provide technical assistance to school districts on civil rights issues, including desegregation plans.

Why it matters: This action is primarily administrative and procedural. It does not change the underlying law or eliminate the program itself. Instead, it changes how the Education Department manages the process of providing legal and technical help to schools regarding civil rights compliance. The practical impact will depend on whether the department chooses to replace the current grant-based structure with direct federal assistance or other arrangements.

Who it affects

• State and local school districts that currently receive or apply for Equity Assistance Center grants

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This is a proposed rule from the U.S. Department of Education; check the Federal Register for the full text and comment deadlines before relying on this summary.

Agency: Education Department
Source: Federal Register — read the official document