Rep. Kevin Kiley, chair of the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education, announced on Apr. 21 that a hearing titled "Leveling Down: How Equity Policies Undermine Excellence and Harm Students" will take place at 10:15 a.m. on Tuesday, April 28.
The hearing will be held in room 2175 of the Rayburn House Office Building and is open to the press. The event will also be live-streamed through the Committee’s YouTube page.
The subject of the hearing centers on how equity policies may impact academic excellence and student outcomes in K-12 education. The discussion is expected to address concerns about whether certain approaches to educational equity could have unintended effects on student achievement.
The House Education and Workforce Committee manages federal programs related to education, labor, health, and workforce development according to the official website. The committee also influences policy decisions concerning issues such as student loans and worker protections as reported by its official website. Additionally, it serves within the legislative sector with jurisdiction over matters of education and labor according to its official website.
Observers may look for statements from lawmakers or invited witnesses during or after the hearing regarding possible changes or recommendations for federal policy.
