Sen. Hagan's Bipartisan Tuition Assistance Amendment Signed into Law

--Media Release from Sen. Kay Hagan's Office

Washington, DC – U.S. Senator Kay Hagan today commented as the President signed into law legislation to fund the federal government through the end of the fiscal year, which includes a bipartisan amendment Hagan introduced with Senator Jim Inhofe to restore Tuition Assistance for servicemembers.

“I am so pleased that my bipartisan amendment to restore the Tuition Assistance program for servicemembers was signed into law today by the President,” said Hagan. “I’m proud to have worked with Republican Senator Inhofe to restore Tuition Assistance for our servicemembers who sacrifice so much for our country everyday. We cannot balance our budget on the backs of our servicemembers. By righting this wrong, we are keeping our promise to these men and women who have never given up on our country. Today, we’re signaling that we won’t give up on them.”

For broadcast quality audio of Senator Hagan discussing her amendment and the continuing resolution, please click here.