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Congress is closely divided over the reauthorization of Head Start.

The Head Start program provides nutritional, educational, medical and social services to 900,000 low-income children nationwide.

The GOP-backed reauthorization bill calls for higher academic standards, and proposes a pilot project that would shift control from the federal government to individual states.

The legislation has generated concern from Republicans and Democrats alike.

Both of New Hampshire Representatives support the bill.

They argue the legislation will only enhance opportunities for poor children in the state.

New Hampshire Public Radio?s Dan Gorenstein reports.