We now know that the Head Start Program. established over 30 years ago to provide disadvantaged children with opportunities for early childhood education. was light years ahead of its time and on the right track. This bill also funds a 5percent increase in the title I program for disadvantaged children in elementary and secondary schools. Bilingual education and immigrant education is increased by 35 percent with funding at a total of $354 million. Impact aid funding to help States provide education to military children is increased from $796 million in fiscal year 1997 to $862 million. The bill also provides a $300 increase in the maximum award for Pell grants.
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