The Department of Education is reviewing several federal grants, as millions of dollars in educational funding for Florida schools are on hold.
A Pasco County Schools spokesperson told ABC Action News, the U.S. Department of Education has placed several federal grants under review.
The district estimates it could impact $8.5 million in funding for Pasco County Schools.
The U.S. Department of Education has placed several federal grants under programmatic review, holding anticipated funding for programs such as Title I, Part C, Title II, Title III (English Language Learners), Title IV (before and after school enrichment), Title V and Adult General Education. This could impact approximately $8.5 million in funding for Pasco County Schools.
We are proactively reviewing potential impacts and prioritizing services for students. Our commitment to supporting schools remains unchanged, and we will keep our community informed as we learn more.
Hillsborough County Schools said they have not received any official communication from the state regarding a delay in funding.
ABC Action News has reached out to other area school districts.
This is a developing story.
'Cruise lights' on Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office patrol cars raise questions, confusion among drivers
Every driver knows that when you see red and blue flashing lights on a patrol car, you slow down, pull over, or get out of the way.
But in Hillsborough County, drivers will also now see deputies with their lights on, but not flashing. They're called "cruise lights," and the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) recently implemented their use on all patrol vehicles.
