Braley Announces more than $127 million for Iowa Schools

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 11,
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Washington, DC - Congressman Bruce Braley (D-Iowa) announced today
the Department of Education has made $127,503,336 in Recovery Act funds
available for the state of Iowa.
 

"Access to a good
education is one of the most important factors in determining whether Iowa's children will
have a chance to get ahead," Braley said. "These Recovery Act funds will aid
schools across Iowa
that are experiencing unprecedented strains on their budgets. As we continue to
work our way out of the biggest economic crisis since the Great Depression,
it's critical that we continue to give our students and teachers the tools they
need to strengthen Iowa's
families and communities."

Iowa has already received $864,657,970 in Recovery Act
funds.

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