Education Department Finalizes AI Priorities

WASHINGTON, May 6, 2026 - The U.S. Department of Education has finalized a new priority on advancing artificial intelligence in education.

The priority, effective May 13, sets a framework that will guide how federal discretionary funding supports AI-related projects across existing and future grant programs.

The measure does not create a new mandate or program, but instead serves as a policy tool that Department Secretary Linda McMahon can apply to grant competitions to shape funding decisions.

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