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Gov. Pritzker Statement on Passage of College Affordability Legislation

Statement

Date: June 1, 2019
Location: Springfield, IL
Issues: Higher Education

Gov. JB Pritzker released the following statement after the General Assembly passed HB 2719 which expands students' access to federal aid for post-secondary education.

"Illinois students should be able to afford to pursue a higher education degree, and this legislation will vastly improve our students' ability to secure federal financial aid to pursue college and vocational training. I applaud the General Assembly for taking action on FAFSA to make that a reality. I want to thank Senator Manar, Representative Stuart, the State Board of Education and the Student Assistance Commission for their hard work on this. Quality, affordable higher education is critical to the future of this state and all of its communities, and I look forward to signing this legislation."


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