What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is HR 5509.
Student Veteran Protection: Educational Program and Benefit Enhancements
This act introduces changes to facilitate veterans' access to educational programs, especially during crises. It extends the validity of educational benefits and allows for continued financial support when studies shift to distance learning. It also simplifies tuition fee accounting for certain institutions.
Key points
Veterans can continue receiving educational benefits, including housing stipends, even if their classes move online due to emergencies (e.g., pandemics).
Many veteran educational benefits have their expiration dates extended to June 1, 2022, giving them more time to utilize them.
Educational institutions with a flat tuition structure may be exempt from certain verification requirements, simplifying administrative processes.
Veterans completing their studies on a less than half-time basis can still receive full benefits if they enroll in an additional course to reach more than half-time status.
Status:
Expired
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