Government funding runs out when the current continuing resolution (CR) expires at midnight tonight. As of this writing, Congress has not been able to pass an extension of the CR. Until Congress passes an extension of the CR, non-essential government services will be shut down.
There are a few things TRIO programs should be aware of in the case of a government shutdown:
- TRIO is forward-funded, so your current operating funds are secured.
- The drawdown platform, known as G6, will continue to operate.
- Non-essential government employees, including most U.S. Department of Education (ED) TRIO and GEAR UP staff, will be on furlough.
- ED does not anticipate any delays in the Annual Performance Reports (APRs) as of now, but if the shutdown continues, there may be an impact.
Forward Funded: TRIO and GEAR UP funds for Program Year 2024-25 were included in the final FY2024 legislation passed by Congress in March 2024. These funds are secured and committed to your institution or agency for the 24-25 program year. TRIO and GEAR UP programs can continue to operate business as usual.
Drawing Down Funds The drawdown platform will be running through a government shutdown. Programs can continue to draw down funds as they usually do. COE recommends that grantees keep their regular business routine the same. Funds are to be drawn only to meet a grantee’s immediate cash needs for each grant. Each time you use the G6 system to draw down payments, you must check a box certifying that you adhere to cash management requirements. The G6 screen displays the following message:
By submitting this payment request, I certify to the best of my knowledge and belief that the request is based on true, complete, and accurate information. I further certify that the expenditures and disbursements made with these funds are for the purposes and objectives set forth in the applicable Federal award or program participation agreement, and that the organization on behalf of which this submission is being made is and will remain in compliance with the terms and conditions of that award or program participation agreement. I am aware that the provision of any false, fictitious, or fraudulent information, or the omission of any material fact, may subject me, and the organization on behalf of which this submission is being made, to criminal, civil, or administrative penalties for fraud, false statements, false claims, or other violations. (U.S. Code Title 18, Section 1001; Title 20, Section 1097; and Title 31, Sections 3729-3730 and 3801-3812)
Non-Essential Employees: Most U.S. Department of Education staff will be furloughed during a government shutdown. TRIO and GEAR UP staff won’t be able to reach ED employees. Grantees cannot get approval on any prior written requests during this time. However, the G6 Help Desk Hotline will continue operating during a shutdown: 1-888-336-8930.
For specific questions or concerns about program operations during this time, please contact Angelica Vialpando at [email protected].
Please get in touch with Diane Shust, Vice President for Public Policy [email protected] regarding the government shutdown.
Please know that our COE team is always here to assist you. COE will keep the TRIO community abreast of the federal budget situation as it unfolds.
Get in Touch
Questions? Contact COE Vice President for Public Policy Diane Shust.
Diane Shust
Vice President, Public Policy [email protected]
Owen Toomey
Director, Congressional Affairs [email protected]