… Quarterly Report CARES DISTRIBUTION CARES Distribution The Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund authorized by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), was signed into law on March 27, 2020 and funds were distributed to institutions of higher education to address the disruptions caused by COVID-19. East Los Angeles College signed the Department of Education Certification and Agreement for receipt of CARES Act … expenses such as food, housing, course materials, technology, healthcare, and childcare. The college prioritized students with identified financial need for CARES Act funding and established criteria for receipt of the award. Students were …