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New Administration for Veterans' Economic Opportunity and Transition

This act establishes a new entity within the Department of Veterans Affairs to streamline assistance for veterans and their families in employment, education, housing loans, and small business support. The goal is to better coordinate and improve the efficiency of programs, making it easier for veterans to transition to civilian life and enhance their financial well-being.
Key points
A Veterans Economic Opportunity and Transition Administration is established to manage support programs.
The new entity will be responsible for vocational rehabilitation, educational assistance, housing loans, and verification of veteran-owned businesses.
Changes are set to take effect on October 1, 2022, with service transfers monitored to ensure no negative impact on veteran support.
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Print number: 117_HR_2494
Sponsor: Rep. Wenstrup, Brad R. [R-OH-2]
Process start date: 2021-04-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department the Veterans Economic Opportunity and Transition Administration, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2494.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A Veterans Economic Opportunity and Transition Administration is established to manage support programs.
  • The new entity will be responsible for vocational rehabilitation, educational assistance, housing loans, and verification of veteran-owned businesses.
  • Changes are set to take effect on October 1, 2022, with service transfers monitored to ensure no negative impact on veteran support.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Wenstrup, Brad R. [R-OH-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Pursuant to section 5 of H. Res. 403, and the motion offered by Mr. Hoyer, the following bills passed under suspension of the rules: H.R. 144, as amended; H.R. 204, as amended; H.R. 210, as amended; H.R. 240; H.R. 707, as amended; H.R. 711, as amended; H.R. 1157, as amended; H.R. 1447, as amended; H.R. 1510, as amended; H.R. 1711, as amended; H.R. 2027; H.R. 2167, as amended; H.R. 2441; H.R. 2494; H.R. 2533; H.R. 2655, as amended; H.R. 2695, H.R. 2704; H.R. 2788; H.R. 2878, as amended; and H.R. 3008. (consideration: CR H2482-2520; text: CR H2513-2514)

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