Why This Matters
The Hire Student Veterans Act helps veterans who are in school by giving businesses a tax break for hiring them. This encourages more companies to employ veterans while they complete their education.
If you are a veteran in school, more job opportunities could open up for you.
Affects: Veterans receiving educational assistance from the Department of Veterans Affairs or the Department of Defense.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill offers a tax credit to businesses that hire veterans receiving educational assistance. 2. It expands the current tax credit to include veterans attending school under specific programs. 3. The changes encourage employers to hire veterans who are pursuing education. 4. The bill applies to veterans starting work after the law is enacted.
Who is affected?
Veterans receiving educational assistance from the Department of Veterans Affairs or the Department of Defense.