 The president's budget proposal eliminates public media funding. Learn how you can help at lptv.org slash action. The Minnesota House has approved a $3.2 billion education bill that would freeze tuition next year for the state's two-year and technical colleges but will likely raise it at the University of Minnesota. The bill passed Tuesday in the Republican-controlled House, mostly along party lines by a vote of 77 to 53. Republicans say their bill helps students with rising educational costs through funding student debt counseling and a loan forgiveness program for agricultural aviation and teaching jobs. Some Democrats, though, say the bill falls short of school's needs and fails to address high debt loads. Governor Mark Dayton is sure to fight against some of the provisions like funding for the University of Minnesota where he proposed nearly $75 million more than Republicans. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.