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Indiana Granted Federal Waiver To Reallocate Education Funds

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Indianapolis — The U.S. Department of Education approved on Tuesday Indiana's waiver to consolidate five federal education funding streams into a single block grant, allowing the state to combine about $50 million in federal dollars. Education Secretary Linda McMahon announced the approval at an event in Indiana with State Secretary Katie Jenner and Governor Mike Braun. State officials said the change will reduce compliance and documentation costs by roughly $20 million, freeing funds to be redirected to classrooms over the next four years. Indiana is the third state to receive the 'Returning Education to the States' waiver, following earlier approvals for Iowa and Louisiana this year, and leaders said they will prioritize college and career readiness.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

Federal policy emphasis on returning education control to states precedes waivers.
Earlier this year, the Education Department approved waivers for Iowa and Louisiana.
Indiana submitted a plan to consolidate five federal funding streams into one block grant.
Education Secretary Linda McMahon approved Indiana's waiver at an event on Tuesday.
The waiver will consolidate roughly $50 million and is expected to free about $20 million over four years.

News Intelligence

This waiver means Indiana can streamline its education funding. It's expected to save about $20 million in paperwork costs over four years. That money can now go directly to classrooms. Keep an eye on how your local schools may benefit.