Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 1299: United States Department of Education; dissolve and restore educational authority to the states; express support
Introduced Official data
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- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
HR 1299 is a resolution introduced in the Georgia House on February 10, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: United States Department of Education; dissolve and restore educational authority to the states; express support. Primary sponsor: Will Wade (Republican), Steve Tarvin (Republican), Chuck Efstration (Republican), Houston Gaines (Republican), David Clark (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2026): House Second Readers.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
A RESOLUTION expressing support for dissolving the United States Department of Education and restoring educational authority to the states; and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Will Wade | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 9 |
| Steve Tarvin | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 2 |
| Chuck Efstration | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 104 |
| Houston Gaines | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 120 |
| David Clark | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 100 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- House Second Readers
- House First Readers
- House Hopper