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Senate Hearing on the Nomination of Dr. John B. King Jr. for Secretary of Education

Original title: NOMINATION OF DR. JOHN KING TO SERVE AS SECRETARY OF EDUCATION

January 1, 2018

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The Frame

What this does

The confirmation of a Secretary of Education determines the leadership of the federal agency responsible for overseeing national education policy, school funding, and the implementation of the Every Student Succeeds Act.

Who is mentioned in the record

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John B. King Jr.

The nominee's professional future and potential appointment as Secretary of Education were the subject of the hearing.

U.S. Department of Education

The agency was undergoing a leadership transition from Acting Secretary to a confirmed Secretary.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2018.

What's next

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Summary

This document is the official transcript of a February 25, 2016, Senate committee hearing held to consider the of Dr. John B. King Jr. for the position of U.S. Secretary of Education. The hearing included opening statements from committee members and testimony from Dr. King regarding his qualifications and policy priorities.

Key Facts

  • The hearing took place on February 25, 2016, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building.
  • The purpose of the hearing was to evaluate the nomination of Dr. John B. King Jr. to serve as U.S. Secretary of Education.
  • The committee received testimony from Dr. King and opening statements from various Senators.
  • The hearing included a formal introduction of the nominee by U.S. Representative Bobby Scott.
  • The committee requested and received written responses from Dr. King to questions from 12 different Senators.
  • The hearing was conducted to facilitate the transition following the departure of former Secretary Arne Duncan.

Why It Matters

The confirmation of a Secretary of Education determines the leadership of the federal agency responsible for overseeing national education policy, school funding, and the implementation of the Every Student Succeeds Act.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the purpose of this hearing?
The hearing was held to review the qualifications and policy positions of Dr. John B. King Jr. for his as U.S. Secretary of Education.
Who presided over the hearing?
Senator Lamar Alexander, Chairman of the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, presided over the hearing.

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Transition from No Child Left Behind

The hearing occurred shortly after the signing of the Every Student Succeeds Act, marking a shift in federal education oversight.

Every Student Succeeds ActNo Child Left Behind

Connected Entities

organizationCommittee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions“The Senate committee responsible for reviewing the nomination.”Map →
personBobby Scott“U.S. Representative from Virginia who introduced the nominee.”Map →
personLamar Alexander“Chairman of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.”Map →
personJohn B. King Jr.“Nominee for U.S. Secretary of Education and former Acting Secretary.”Map →

Sources

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  • Controversy20
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  • Entertainment10
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  • Buzz15
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