Issue Position: Supporting the role community colleges play in our economy

Issue Position

As the demand increases for middle-skilled jobs that require more than a high school diploma, Senator Hinojosa recognizes that community colleges fill a critical role in the effort to prepare Texans with the work skills they need to compete for higher paying jobs.

* During the 2011 legislative session, Senator Hinojosa fought to restore funding cuts to higher education.
* Fought to secure $24 million in community college scholarships.
* Helped pass legislation that allows South Texas College to offer a bachelor's degree program in applied technology.
* Expanded legislation that teams community colleges in South Texas with local high schools on dropout recovery programs.
* Voted for legislation that allocated $154 million for community college health insurance costs.

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