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Murray introduces literacy bill in Senate
By Emily on 11/09/2009 @ 03:09 PM
Sen. Patty Murray (WA) doesn't just talk about the need for improved public education; she's taking action to see that it happens.
This week, she took a major step toward improving the quality of U.S. education by introducing landmark literacy legislation.
The "Literacy Education for All, Results for the Nation" (LEARN) Act aims to provide $2.35 billion to support literacy programs for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Murray, who serves on the Senate Education Committee, said that the effects of the program would be far-reaching.
"[Literacy is] the building block that keeps students engaged in school and on track to college and a successful career," Murray said. "The LEARN Act will provide a new comprehensive and state-wide approach to literacy. It will help ensure that high quality literacy instruction starts early and continues through high school for students who need extra support.”
A similar bill is set to be introduced in the House.
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