Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) issued the following statement on President Trump’s executive order requiring a plan to dismantle the Department of Education: “The key to improving education is empowering parents and students and reducing the role of Washington bureaucrats. Over the last four years, the nation has seen the results of empowering the Department o... Read More »
Yesterday, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) sent a letter to the newly confirmed Department of Labor (DOL) Secretary, Lori Chavez-DeRemer, outlining priorities of the Committee and asking her to assist with oversight neglected by the Biden-Harris administration. In the letter, Chairman Walberg writes: “Among many issues of interest to the Committee, I look forward to ... Read More »
Tuesday, at 10:15 a.m., the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections, chaired by Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA), will hold a hearing titled “The Future of Wage Laws: Assessing the FLSA’s Effectiveness, Challenges, and Opportunities.” What: Subcommittee hearing titled “The Future of Wage Laws: Assessing the FLSA’s Effectiveness, Challenges, and Opportunities” When: 10:15 a.m. on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 Wh... Read More »
Yesterday, the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education held a hearing that examined the benefits of school choice policy. A high-quality education is a pathway to a successful future for our nation’s children. Unfortunately, some students are trapped in failing school systems and do not have the means or ability to leave. Subcommittee Chairman Kevin Kiley (R-CA) kicked... Read More »
Today, Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education Committee Chairman Kevin Kiley (R-CA) delivered the following statement, as prepared for delivery, at a hearing titled "Education Without Limits: Exploring the Benefits of School Choice": "Education outcomes in the United States continue to plummet. The recently released 'Nation’s Report Card' paints an alarming picture: math and reading ... Read More »
Tomorrow, at 10:15 a.m., the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education, chaired by Rep. Kevin Kiley (R-CA), will hold a hearing titled “Education Without Limits: Exploring the Benefits of School Choice." What: Subcommittee hearing titled “Education Without Limits: Exploring the Benefits of School Choice” When: 10:15 a.m. on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 Witnesses: Dr. Michael ... Read More »
Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) issued the following statement applauding the Senate confirmation of Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer: “Congratulations to a former member of the Committee and colleague on her new role as Secretary of Labor. Secretary Chavez-DeRemer is a small business owner and former mayor; she has firsthand knowledge about the policies ... Read More »
Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) released the following statement in response to the Department of Labor’s February jobs report: “President Trump inherited a struggling economy due to Bidenflation and Democrats’ reckless policies that kept Americans out of the workforce. Despite these challenges, job creators and small business owners are optimistic that Preside... Read More »
Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) praised the Trump administration’s decision to cut $400 million in grants to Columbia University: “Since entering office, President Trump and his administration were clear: colleges and universities that fail to combat antisemitism and protect Jewish students should have their federal funding revoked. Today, he made good on that ... Read More »
Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) issued the following statement after President Trump signed an executive order to direct the Education and Treasury departments to end the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for activists who engage in anti-American activities such as antisemitic threats and harassment: “Committee Republicans have long had concerns ab... Read More »
Union membership is at a record low and union membership has declined over the past 60 years. Despite the growing disillusionment among the American workforce, Committee Democrats re-introduced the PRO Act this week – a radical bill that caters to union leaders and ignores the free-will of workers. If enacted, the PRO Act would force workers into union contracts regardless of what a worker wants. ... Read More »
Today, Higher Education and Workforce Development Subcommittee Chairman Burgess Owens (R-UT) delivered the following statement, as prepared for delivery, at a hearing titled "Strengthening WIOA: Improving Outcomes for America's Workforce": "Good morning, and welcome to the first Higher Education and Workforce Development subcommittee hearing of the 119th Congress. I am excited to be discussing a ... Read More »
Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) applauded the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) plan to investigate workplace antisemitism at the University of California (UC). The announcement comes after the Committee exposed antisemitic discrimination festering in the workplace, notably in the university setting, including at UC. DOJ will examine if UC violated Title VII of the... Read More »
The Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development held its first hearing of the 119th Congress to examine the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) – key legislation that helps jobseekers find employment and businesses find skilled workers. After years of record-breaking inflation and a limping job market, Americans are hungry for opportunities to find good jobs. Many are re... Read More »
Tomorrow, at 10:15 a.m., the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development, chaired by Rep. Burgess Owens (R-UT), will hold a hearing titled “Strengthening WIOA: Improving Outcomes for America's Workforce.” What: Subcommittee hearing titled “Strengthening WIOA: Improving Outcomes for America's Workforce” When: 10:15 a.m. on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 Where: 2175 Rayburn House Office Bui... Read More »
