The Department of Education Act of 1977: Enhancing Educational Leadership and Coordination, 1977-01-01 - 1977-12-31

Item — Box: 31, Folder: 9

Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_31_9_0011

Scope and Contents

The Department of Education Act of 1977 was introduced by Senator Ribicoff to establish a Department of Education to provide leadership and ensure effective enforcement of educational equal opportunity. The Act outlined the structure of the Department, including the positions under the Secretary of Education and the transfer of functions from other departments. It also proposed the creation of a Federal Interagency Committee on Education and a National Advisory Commission on Education. The Act also established an Inspector General to oversee auditing and investigative activities in the Department.

Dates

Creation: 1977-01-01 - 1977-12-31

Creator

From the Collection: Bartlett, Dewey Follett, Sr., 19th Governor of Oklahoma (1967-1971); United States Senator from Oklahoma (1973-1979); Member of the Oklahoma Senate from the 39th district (1962-1966), 1919-1979 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

Conditions Governing Access

Certain series of this collection are stored off-site and require prior notice to access. If you wish to view these materials, please contact the Congressional Archives staff to arrange an appointment.

The following series are stored off-site: Clippings and Books.

Bartlett, Legislative Series, Box 14 is stored off-site. These materials are currently closed to researchers.