A federal appeals court has ruled that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) cannot withhold billions of dollars in climate grants. These funds have been frozen since the early days of President Trump’s second term.

The ruling comes after a legal challenge from several states that were set to receive the grants. The EPA had attempted to block the funds, citing concerns about their distribution and oversight. However, the court found these reasons insufficient to justify withholding the money.

The decision is a significant victory for the states and environmental advocates who have been pushing for the release of the funds. The grants are intended to support a variety of climate-related projects, including renewable energy development and emissions reduction initiatives. The exact amount of the frozen funds is $3 billion.