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Retraining Assistance for COVID-19 Unemployed Veterans

This act establishes a program to help veterans who lost their jobs due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They can receive up to 12 months of financial assistance for retraining in high-demand occupations, aiming to help them re-enter the workforce. The program also includes employment placement services after training completion.
Key points
Veterans unemployed due to COVID-19 can receive up to 12 months of job retraining assistance.
Financial aid covers education costs and a monthly housing stipend.
The program focuses on high-demand occupations to improve employment prospects.
Employment placement services are provided after training completion.
Payments for training are staggered: initial, upon completion, and upon finding employment.
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Print number: 117_HR_637
Sponsor: Rep. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12]
Process start date: 2021-02-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans Economic Recovery Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_637.

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 2021-02-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans unemployed due to COVID-19 can receive up to 12 months of job retraining assistance.
  • Financial aid covers education costs and a monthly housing stipend.
  • The program focuses on high-demand occupations to improve employment prospects.
  • Employment placement services are provided after training completion.
  • Payments for training are staggered: initial, upon completion, and upon finding employment.
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. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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