The Department of Education is inviting applications for a federal grant titled "Technical Assistance on State Data Collection: National Technical Assistance Center to Improve State Capacity to Collect, Report, Analyze, and Use Accurate IDEA Part B and Part C Fiscal Data (Fiscal Data Center); ALN 84.373F." This initiative aims to enhance the ability of states to meet the data collection and reporting requirements under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), thereby improving the overall management and utilization of IDEA funds. The program is crucial for ensuring that state agencies and local educational agencies can effectively collect and analyze fiscal data, which is essential for compliance with federal regulations. The estimated total funding for this program is approximately $27.5 million, with applications due by July 25, 2025. For further inquiries, interested applicants can contact Charles D. Kniseley at the U.S. Department of Education via email at Charles.Kniseley@ed.gov or by phone at (202) 245-6313.