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On the recordMarch 9, 2016
I am really pleased the budget will increase investments in the Pell Grant program, and it would reinstate the year-round Pell Grants and establish a $300 Pell bonus for students who are on track to complete their degree program.
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Patty Murray
Democratic · Washington

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Murray supports increased funding for Pell Grants and additional bonuses for students.

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