Statement on Funding for State University Degree Completion

(BOSTON — 1/9/2026) Today, Massachusetts Senate President Karen E. Spilka made the following statement regarding the distribution of $13 million in funding awards to support degree completion at state universities.

“Higher education boosts wages and improves quality of life for Massachusetts residents. Few investments are more important than those that help improve access to affordable and quality education, which is why I am proud that the Senate was able to deliver these resources. I applaud the Governor and her team for swiftly getting this funding to the students who need and deserve it.”

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