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| http://dennisross.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398418 | Ross Votes to Give States and Parents More Control Over Education | 2015-12-03 | 2015 | 2015-12 | Republican | House | FL | Dennis Ross | R000593 | dennisross.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C., Dec. 2, 2015 U.S. Rep. Dennis A. Ross (FL-15), Senior Deputy Majority Whip, released the following statement after voting to pass the Every Student Succeeds Act, which replaces No Child Left Behind and protects state and local autonomy over decisions in the classroom by preventing the Secretary of Education from coercing states into adopting Common Core or any other common federal standards or assessments, as well as reins in the secretarys regulatory authority: It is my firm belief education prepares individuals to provide for themselves, their families, and those in need. It is an investment that brings great rewards and opens the doors of opportunity. However, one size does not fit all when it comes to education, and overregulation by the federal government stifles students abilities to thrive in school. As the father of two sons, I know firsthand the important role education plays in today's society, as well as a parents right to make decisions about his or her childs education. The legislation we passed today prevents the Secretary of Education from coercing states into adopting Common Core or any other common federal standards or assessments. While it is true this country is in need of education reform, real reform is needed, not just more money and more federal programs and crippling regulations. What education needs is choice, competition, discipline and an elimination of federal mandates and high-stakes testing. States should be allowed to tailor education systems to the needs of their students and should not have to check in with bureaucrats in Washington before they do what is best for their students. I joined my colleagues today in passing this important legislation so we can start taking the much needed steps toward restoring state, local and parental control over education policies and decisions that enhance school performance. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |