There is no program in existence today that has given more hope to the Spanishspeaking population of Texas than bilingual education. All across the Southwest and in many other areas of the country. this program has assisted people in obtaining the educational tools that will better allow them to compete in our society. I am also pleased that the Senate committee has recognized the need for increased funding of the Migrant Health Act. On May 12. I joined with a number of colleagues in soliciting support from the Senate Appropriations Committee for full funding of this act. The committees recommendation of $27.750.000. a $4 million increase over the budget. will assist in meeting the health care needs of our migrant population. There are now 19 ongoing migrant health projects in Texas being funded by the Federal Government. Health care is probably the most serious problem facing the migrant and it is essential that these services be provided if these people are to break the migrant cycle. Further congressional support for medical facilities construction under the HillBurton Act is needed to assure our citizens and communities of a modernized health care delivery system. The HillBurton Act has been a tremendous success in its 25year history.
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