Less Bureaucracy, Better K–12 Education Act
To ensure the Secretary of Labor will manage elementary and secondary education programs, and for other purposes.
HB9610, also known as the "Less Bureaucracy, Better K–12 Education Act," aims to transfer the management of elementary and secondary education programs from the current overseeing body to the Secretary of Labor. This change is proposed to streamline the process and potentially improve the quality of K–12 education by leveraging the Secretary of Labor's expertise and resources.
This bill would affect school administrators, teachers, students, and their families by potentially reducing the administrative burden on schools and enhancing educational outcomes. The shift in management could lead to more efficient allocation of resources and better alignment with labor market needs.
As of July 15, 2026, HB9610 has been introduced in the House and has successfully passed its committee stage with an amendment. The bill was reported back to the House and is now ready for further legislative action. Key recent steps include its introduction, referral to multiple committees, and a committee mark-up session where it was ordered to be reported with an amendment.
