VETS Opportunity Act of 2024
This bill expands eligibility for Veterans Affairs (VA) education benefits to include independent study programs offered by institutions already participating in federal student aid programs (like Pell Grants). It directly affects veterans using VA education benefits and qualifying educational institutions. The key change amends VA rules to count these independent programs as eligible for benefit coverage, effective August 1, 2024. This allows veterans to use their benefits for non-traditional education options, such as online or self-paced courses, at schools that meet federal financial aid requirements.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
President
Introduced Apr 9, 2024
Last action Jun 27, 2024
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Total actions
6
Key actions
3
Committee
5
Jun 27, 2024
Lower · Passed
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.
lower
Jun 27, 2024
Lower · Passed
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
lower
Jun 12, 2024
Lower · Passed
Subcommittee Hearings Held
lower
Apr 19, 2024
Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
lower
Apr 9, 2024
Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
lower
Apr 9, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in House
lower
1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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