Under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, St. Lucie County was awarded $63.8 million through the State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (SLFRF), part of Florida’s $4.17 billion allocation. These federal funds were provided to support public health, strengthen local economies, and invest in critical infrastructure following the widespread disruptions experienced in 2020 and 2021.

The County received its funding in two equal installments in 2021 and 2022. As of 2025, project implementation remains ongoing, with a strong focus on spending all obligated funds in compliance with U.S. Treasury guidelines by the federal deadline.