The Chronicle of Higher Education

House Passes Hurricane-Relief Bill With Up to $36-Million for Colleges and Students

By STEPHEN BURD

Washington

The U.S. House of Representatives unanimously approved a bill on Tuesday that would provide colleges with additional federal financial aid of up to $36-million to help students who have been affected by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita continue their studies.

The funds would come from three existing...

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