What is the current status of HR 982?

HR 982 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 982?

HR 982 was sponsored by Derrick Van Orden (R), Rep.

Increased Educational Assistance for Veterans

IntroducedFebruary 5, 2025

Introduced5 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

Armed Forces and National SecurityEmployment and training programsVeterans' education, employment, rehabilitation

Why This Matters

This bill increases the amount of money veterans can receive for education during their first year of training programs. It helps veterans gain skills and find jobs more easily.

If you are a veteran in training, you could receive more financial support for your education.

Who this affects

Veterans · Apprentices · On-the-job trainees

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill increases educational assistance for veterans in apprenticeship programs.
2Veterans will receive 90 percent of their educational costs during the first year.
3The bill specifically targets full-time apprenticeship or on-the-job training programs.
4It aims to help veterans transition into the workforce more effectively.
5The change applies to those using educational assistance under the relevant law.

Read the detailed summary

Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6039) to advance commonsense priorities.

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Increased Educational Assistance for Veterans

IntroducedFebruary 5, 2025

Introduced5 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

Armed Forces and National SecurityEmployment and training programsVeterans' education, employment, rehabilitation

Why This Matters

This bill increases the amount of money veterans can receive for education during their first year of training programs. It helps veterans gain skills and find jobs more easily.

If you are a veteran in training, you could receive more financial support for your education.

Who this affects

Veterans · Apprentices · On-the-job trainees

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill increases educational assistance for veterans in apprenticeship programs.
2Veterans will receive 90 percent of their educational costs during the first year.
3The bill specifically targets full-time apprenticeship or on-the-job training programs.
4It aims to help veterans transition into the workforce more effectively.
5The change applies to those using educational assistance under the relevant law.

Read the detailed summary

Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6039) to advance commonsense priorities.

Read full document