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Veterans' Benefits: Clothing Allowance and Loan Fee Adjustments

This act simplifies the clothing allowance application process for veterans, introducing automatic annual payments. It also slightly adjusts the end date for certain loan fees, which may have a minor impact on those utilizing these loans.
Key points
Veterans receiving clothing allowance will now get automatic annual payments, removing the need for reapplication.
Eligibility reviews for the allowance will be less frequent, generally not before five years, unless circumstances change.
The end date for certain loan fees has been shifted from January 14, 2031, to January 15, 2031.
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Print number: 117_HR_4772
Sponsor: Rep. Levin, Mike [D-CA-49]
Process start date: 2021-07-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Mark O’Brien VA Clothing Allowance Improvement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4772.

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 2021-07-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans receiving clothing allowance will now get automatic annual payments, removing the need for reapplication.
  • Eligibility reviews for the allowance will be less frequent, generally not before five years, unless circumstances change.
  • The end date for certain loan fees has been shifted from January 14, 2031, to January 15, 2031.
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. Levin, Mike [D-CA-49].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Pursuant to section 5 of H. Res. 1499, and the motion offered by Mr. Hoyer, the following bills passed under suspension of the rules: H.R. 4601, as amended; H.R. 4772, as amended; H.R. 4899; H.R. 5943, as amended; H.R. 7158, as amended; H.R. 8203; H.R. 9308; and S. 3825; and the following resolutions were agreed to under suspension of the rules: H. Res. 744, as amended; and H. Res. 922, as amended. (consideration: CR H8696-8700; text: CR H8697)

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