Court Blocks Trump's Move to Cut School Mental Health Grants
The order protects grants worth up to $1 billion while the judge said the states are likely to succeed on their claims.
- On Monday, U.S. District Judge Kymberly Evanson issued a temporary restraining order blocking the Education Department from terminating federal school mental health grants awarded to 15 states.
- California Attorney General Rob Bonta led a coalition of 15 states in challenging the administration's attempts to revoke up to $1 billion in grants, which the Department argued conflicted with diversity, equity and inclusion policies.
- Ending the grants would result in a $20 million loss for Washington state students, while Silver Schools has used half of its $5 million award for counselors and wellness rooms. The court concluded the termination plan likely violates the Administrative Procedure Act.
- Bonta stated the ruling "preserves critical mental health resources for schools," while the temporary restraining order remains in effect through August 24, when a preliminary injunction hearing may be scheduled.
- Last year, Judge Evanson vacated discontinuation notices, ruling it unlawful to evaluate approved grants against new, unpublished priorities. The Department maintains it retains authority to review and terminate funding, setting up continued legal conflict.
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