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THURSDAY, APRIL 28, 2016
State to begin making payments to universities, colleges, students Funding includes MAP grants for students
they need to avoid further cuts and closings. We will continue disbursing funds as they become available, with final
payments being made in July. Our students and schools have paid a heavy price for this budget impasse, and we will do
everything possible to provide long-overdue relief. “It is my deep hope that the spirit of cooperation we saw
today will continue and lead to the comprehensive balanced budget that our state so badly needs.”
By Dee Longfellow For The Independent
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VILLA PARK — On Friday, April 22, the Illinois General Assembly passed legislation to partially fund state universities and communities colleges to avoid further costs and possible closings. The funding includes for Monetary Award Program (MAP) grants for college students. Governor Rauner is expected to sign the legislation. Upon passage of the legislation, Illinois State Comptroller Leslie Munger issued a statement: “It is heartening that the Governor and legislative leaders have come together to authorize funding for our universities, community colleges and student MAP grants. I have directed my staff to begin processing payments immediately, giving top priority to students and the institutions that are suffering the most. “The $600 million in funding for this legislation comes from the state’s Education Assistance Fund, which today has $354 million on hand. Those dollars will allow us to immediately pay student MAP grants and work closely with our universities and community colleges to ensure they have the resources
This group of fifth graders served up beverages and hot breakfast for a Senior Spring Breakfast held recently at an area school. The guests were also treated to musical performances by the school’s jazz ensemble.
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