Head Start providers struggle with funding access despite court order
Head Start providers are still facing issues accessing federal funds, despite a court order blocking a funding freeze. Many organizations report error messages when trying to draw down money, affecting at least 40 programs. A senior administration official attributed the delays to a technical processing issue, which has since been resolved. However, ongoing error messages are linked to a backlog of payment approvals. The Office of Management and Budget had instructed agencies to pause grants, but two federal courts have blocked this action. The Justice Department confirmed that federal agencies must comply with the court orders.