House Bill 9604
119th Congress(2025-2026)
Less Bureaucracy, Better Tribal Education Act
Introduced
Introduced in House on Jul 9, 2026
Bill Intelligence
The bill transfers key Department of Education functions concerning tribal education, job training, language, and special education for American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities to the Secretary of the Interior. It also addresses the transfer of personnel, assets, and liabilities while ensuring no net increase in federal employees. The bill provides for the transition of functions, authorizes the use of resources for a transition period, mandates consultation with Indian Tribes, and sets a specified effective date.
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Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
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Bill Number
9604
Congress
119
Policy Area
Education
Education
Primary focus of measure is elementary, secondary, or higher education including special education and matters of academic performance, school administration, teaching, educational costs, and student aid.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
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July 9, 2026
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07/15/2026
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 20 - 15.
07/15/2026
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
07/09/2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
07/09/2026
Introduced in House
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