NPR
In private call, Education Dept. tried, but failed, to reassure disability advocates
Friday, July 10, 2026
The Education Department held a private call with disability advocates to discuss potential changes to special education oversight. According to reporting, advocates expressed concerns about proposals to relocate special education programs to a different agency. No agreement was reached during the call.
Original reporting: https://www.npr.org/2026/07/09/nx-s1-5887650/education-department-special-ed-hhs
