Block Grant (Noun)
Meaning
A grant of federal money to state and local governments to support social welfare programs; "block grants reduce federal responsibility for social welfare".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The federal government allocated a significant portion of its budget to block grants for healthcare initiatives in various states.
- Block grants have been criticized for reducing federal oversight and allowing states to misuse the allocated funds.
- The state received a substantial block grant to implement new programs for underprivileged children and families.
- By granting states more control over block grants, the federal government shifted the focus from enforcement to empowerment.
- The introduction of block grants marked a significant shift in the federal government's approach to social welfare policy and program administration.