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MICHIGAN, April 1, 2025 ~ Michigan education officials are saying state public school districts will face a $42 million funding shortfall after a deadline for federal fund spending was shortened to last Friday.
The funds were related to relief money stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, with many projects funded by this money already approved. The relief funds, originally available until next year, were given to 27 Michigan school districts, including Flint Community Schools, Benton Harbor Area Schools, and Hamtramck Public Schools.
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March 19, 2025 ~ WJR Senior News Analyst Marie Osborne talks about Michigan school districts facing a $42 million funding shortfall due to a reversed decision by the U.S. Department of Education regarding funding for pre-approved projects.
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