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Federal civil rights data holds schools accountable. Under Trump, it's 6 months late
By Jonaki Mehta | NPR at LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· July 2, 2026
· 4 min read
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For more than 50 years, the Education Department has revealed a host of realities about how students are being treated in every public school across America: which kids are being bullied, which ones are being harassed and which students can access the internet, among ...
Key takeaway The latest information, collected about the 2023-24 school year, was supposed to be published last December, according to the Education Department's own deadline.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The delayed release of federal civil rights data has significant implications for Los Angeles schools, where addressing disparities in education has long been a priority. The city's diverse student population, with a high proportion of low-income and minority students, relies on this data to identify and address issues such as bullying, harassment, and unequal access to resources. By not releasing the data on time, the Education Department is hindering local efforts to hold schools accountable and ensure that all students have equal opportunities to succeed. Furthermore, the proposed transfer of the Office for Civil Rights to the Department of Justice raises concerns about the future of civil rights enforcement in Los Angeles schools, where advocacy groups and community organizations have worked tirelessly to promote equity and inclusion. The delay and potential transfer underscore the need for local education leaders to remain vigilant in their efforts to protect students' civil rights.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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For more than 50 years, the Education Department has revealed a host of realities about how students are being treated in every public school across America: which kids are being bullied, which ones are being harassed and which students can access the internet, among ...
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