The Schumer-Snowe provision addresses the rising cost of higher education, with the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of millions of Americans who are considering pursuit of higher education. The importance of a higher education degree cannot be understated, and we must do all that we can in the tax code to make pursuit of this dream a reality for millions of Americans. We are determined to give families the opportunity to provide their children with a college education, regardless of which side of the track they grow up on. As part of our broadbased tax bill, we can provide real tax relief for lower and middle-income families to help pay for everyday expenses such a child care, housing and education. This is how we should spend part of our budget surplus.
College is a necessity, but it's priced like a luxury.
I made a vow to the people of New York that I would do everything in my power to make tuition affordable again.