The Trump administration is holding back more than $162 million in federal education funding meant for New Jersey schools, part of nearly $7 billion being delayed nationwide according to Education Week.
The U.S. Department of Education told states Monday it will not release money from seven K-12 and adult education programs on July 1 as required by federal law. The funding supports school districts, before- and after-school services, and adult literacy and civics programs.
New Jersey was counting on $162,462,714 to help districts and partner organizations continue services for students and families this summer and into the next school year.
Congress approved a funding extension in March to carry over last year’s budget levels, which states expected to receive on schedule. Now, local officials face uncertainty as they plan how to make up for money that could arrive late or not at all.
Programs affected include Title I-C for migrant students, teacher training under Title II-A, English learner services, student enrichment grants, and adult education.
The Education Department has not said when it will disburse the money.
Total Breakdown of Held Funds
- Title I-C: $1,107,986
- Title II-A: $46,935,004
- Title III-A: $28,353,932
- Title IV-A: $33,966,776
- Title IV-B: $32,575,215
- Adult and Basic Literacy Education: $15,257,909
- Adult Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education: $4,265,892
- Total: $162,462,714
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