TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey will receive more than $158 million in previously frozen federal education funding under an agreement announced Monday by Attorney General Matthew Platkin.
The deal requires the Trump administration to release the balance of education funds by Oct. 3, 2025, according to Platkin’s office. The funding supports programs such as after-school and summer learning, teacher preparation, and services for students learning English.
The funds had been frozen in June when the administration paused six long-running programs administered by the U.S. Department of Education. New Jersey and other states later sued, arguing the freeze violated federal law.
The lawsuit was dismissed Tuesday after both sides agreed to terms ensuring the money would be distributed on time. New Jersey officials said the state had already received a portion of the funding earlier this month.
For decades, the programs in question have provided resources for students with special needs, English language learners, community learning centers, teacher training, and adult education, officials said.
The agreement comes as the state prepares to begin the 2025–26 school year.
