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On the recordJune 5, 2017
We also have the opportunity to reject your suggestions and increase significantly the Pell Grants.
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Jack Reed
Democratic · Rhode Island

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Reiterating the Senate's power to enhance Pell Grants despite Secretary DeVos's suggestions.

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