Peach Tree Times

President Donald J. Trump has completed plans to dismantle the United States Department of Education through an executive order. In response, Georgia State Senator Bo Hatchett is leading efforts to help the state adjust to this significant change.

Senator Hatchett has sponsored Senate Bill 154, which aims to remove references to the U.S. Department of Education from the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (OCGA). The bill has already passed both the Senate and the House and is now returning to the Senate for final consideration.

"Many professions in Georgia have statutory education and training requirements regulated by the U.S. Department of Education," said Sen. Hatchett. "Without updating state law, the department’s dissolution could jeopardize the accreditation of licensed professionals. SB 154 ensures these professionals can continue their work without disruption, safeguarding Georgia’s skilled workforce. With my legislation, Georgia is on track to adapt to these changes in workforce education successfully."

Senator Bo Hatchett serves as a Governor’s Administration Floor Leader and represents several counties in Georgia's 50th Senate District. For further information or media inquiries, he can be contacted via phone or email.