Overview of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

The Recovery Act signed into law by President Obama on February 17th, 2009 includes measures to modernize our nation's infrastructure, enhance energy independence, expand educational opportunities, preserve and improve affordable health care, provide tax relief, and protect those in greatest need.

Implementing the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

Formula Funding

• The money will be distributed using federal formulas such as Title I, IDEA, and various other formulas.
• Awards notices for 50% of the Title I and IDEA funds have been received.
• Each program will be posting applications in the ADE Grants System.

Stabilization Funding

• May 1st - Arizona has scheduled to receive $832,000,000.  Legislative action will determine where this money will go.
• Remaining $185,000,000 will be disbursed at the Governor's discretion.
• ADE has made recommendations to Governor Brewer's office regarding these funds, but ultimately those decisions will be made by the Governor's office.
• This funding will be used to fund FY09,10,11 budget shortfalls.

State Plans and Reports

• All normal reporting requirements remain in place.

Program Areas

• Health & Nutrition
• Homeless Education
• IDEA
• Qualified School Construction Bond (QSCB) Program
• Title I
• Title II D

Links to other state and federal websites

• Recovery.gov - Federal site for the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
• Recovery Act Legislation - Legislation document
• U.S. Department of Education - Federal Guidelines
• Grants.gov - Learn how apply for grants, contracts, loans or loan guarantees
• FBO.gov - Learn how apply for grants, contracts, loans or loan guarantees
• Auditor General/Inspector General - Report fraud

 

Contact Information

Administration
Arizona Department of Education
1535 West Jefferson Street, Bin 2
Phoenix, Arizona 85007
Tel: (602) 542-3813
Fax: (602) 542-5440