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This bill introduces several key provisions to support higher education in Minnesota. First, it modifies the state higher education grant program by increasing the living and miscellaneous expenses allowance from 115% to 121% of the federal poverty guidelines. The bill establishes a new State Grant Plus scholarship program that will provide additional financial support to students who are already receiving a state grant and are enrolled at least part-time in a Minnesota postsecondary institution. The scholarship amount will be 25% of the student's state grant award, with provisions to adjust the percentage based on available funding. Students can receive the scholarship for up to four semesters for a certificate or associate degree, and eight semesters for a bachelor's degree. The bill also includes several appropriations, such as competitive grants to increase FAFSA completion, support for Pell grant-eligible student retention, and funding for multilingual and culturally relevant communications. Additionally, it creates two working groups: one to develop strategies for sustainable higher education funding and another to review the state's higher education attainment goal. The bill aims to improve access, affordability, and support for students in Minnesota's higher education system.

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