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West Virginia secured a Maintenance of Effort (MOE) waiver from the U.S. Department of Education, averting the potential loss of $465 million in federal funds. Governor Jim Justice and Superintendent of Schools Michele L. Blatt received notification of the waiver's approval, citing the state's efforts to bolster education funding, particularly for pre-K-12 and higher education. The approval comes after concerns arose over West Virginia's ability to meet MOE requirements tied to Elementary and Secondary Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.

West Virginia secured a Maintenance of Effort (MOE) waiver from the U.S. Department of Education, averting the potential loss of $465 million in federal funds. Governor Jim Justice and Superintendent of Schools Michele L. Blatt received notification of the waiver's approval, citing the state's efforts to bolster education funding, particularly for pre-K-12 and higher education. The approval comes after concerns arose over West Virginia's ability to meet MOE requirements tied to Elementary and Secondary Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.