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The European Parliament proposes a budget of €47.39 billion for the Erasmus+ program for 2028-2034, aiming to enhance accessibility for youth from diverse backgrounds. This budget exceeds the European Commission's proposal of €40.8 billion. With a majority vote, MEPs seek to allocate funds primarily to education and learning, youth and volunteering, and sports. They advocate for better coordination with other EU programs and adjustments to grants based on living costs. The proposal also includes integrating volunteer activities into Erasmus+ and facilitating quicker access for candidate countries. Negotiations with EU member states will commence once they finalize their mandate.