It’s on to the governor’s desk with a bill Democrats say will fund MAP grants, but House Republicans says it’s sure to be vetoed because there’s not a funding source.
During debate on concurring several House amendments to Senate Bill 2043, Democratic Senator Donne Trotter said the legislature must act to free MAP grants.
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However, leading Republican Senator Matt Murphy said the measure is an empty gesture.
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Meanwhile Republicans had a plan to fund MAP grants and money for higher education. They also have another bill that would give the governor more broad budget management ability for the current fiscal year.