Bean Urges Swift Action to Release K-12 Education Funds

WASHINGTON—In response to the U.S. Department of Education’s abrupt hold on $6.8 billion in K-12 formula grant funding, U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) sent a letter to Secretary Linda McMahon urging immediate release of the money, citing urgent needs as school districts gear up for the new year.

"Delaying critical education funding at the last-minute puts school districts in an impossible position. With students just weeks away from returning, it’s vital we get these dollars into Northeast Florida classrooms where they belong,” said Congressman Bean.

KEY BACKGROUND

Florida has been disproportionately impacted, with six school districts—Dade, Broward, Hillsborough, Orange, Duval, and Lee—on the list of 20 jurisdictions experiencing delays.

Among the funding under review are Title II-A, Title IV-A and IV-B, Title III-A, Title I-C, and Adult Basic and Literacy Education grants—programs that support teacher development, enrichment services, English language learners, and more.

To read the full letter, click HERE. 

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