The U.S. Department of Education has established 10 interagency agreements with departments including HHS, Labor, and Treasury to outsource certain functions. Supporters argue this move reduces federal bureaucracy by leveraging external expertise. Critics contend it introduces confusion into federal grantmaking and technical support services for education.
Key Points
- Agreements involve outsourcing to HHS, Labor, Treasury, and others for efficiency.
- Proponents: Reduces bureaucracy and streamlines federal operations.
- Critics: Creates confusion in grant processes and support services.
Implications for Educational Freedom
These interagency agreements could reduce federal government overreach by minimizing bureaucracy, potentially enhancing efficiency in education funding that supports school choice and vouchers. However, any added confusion might impede parental access to resources, undermining empowerment in educational decisions.
Source: Interagency agreements now number 10: Here are the details
