Reforming Education for Veterans Act
This bill (HR 8661) clarifies options for veterans needing to pause education due to military service. It allows veterans to withdraw, take a leave of absence, or enter a completion agreement with their school (if they've finished at least half their course) without losing benefits. It also streamlines compliance for schools by requiring only one annual survey per multi-campus institution and setting clear notice periods for handbook updates. These changes directly affect veterans enrolled in education programs and the schools certifying their benefits, aiming to reduce administrative barriers.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
President
Introduced Jun 7, 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
Jun 10, 2024
Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
lower
Jun 7, 2024
Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
lower
Jun 7, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in House
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
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John James
RRepublican
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