Thanks for the good news, Eric. I appreciate your keeping us
informed.--Alan Parks

On Wed, Sep 19, 2018 at 4:34 PM Eric Pratt <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> Good Afternoon MEEOA Members,
>
> I hope this email finds you well on this fall afternoon!
>
> I would like to write to inform you that an appropriations deal has been
> reached by the House and Senate. This FY 2019 spending bill (beginning
> October 1) has proposed an increase to TRIO funding to $1.06 billion, a $50
> Million from FY18. This is very exciting, however, it still needs to pass
> by September 30th in order to be sent to the president to be signed.
>
> Additionally, the maximum amount for the Pell Grant would increase by $100
> to the tune of $6,195, total, if the bill is passed. While this increase is
> a step in the right direction, it is not quite enough to keep up with
> inflation and would not do as much for our low-income students as they
> need.
>
> I will continue to report as more news surrounding this spending bill
> comes out. Thank you for your time.
>
> If you would like to read the full article about the bill, follow the link
> below:
>
> https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2018/09/17/congressional-spending-bill-means-increases-student-aid-research
>
> Best,
>
> Eric
>
> --
> *Eric Pratt*
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>
> Academic Counselor
> MEEOA Government Relations Chair
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