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Veterans Support: Easier Education Benefits After School Closures

New rules make it easier for veterans who didn't transfer all credits after a school closure or disapproval to continue their education with benefits. The act simplifies the application process for educational assistance and removes the requirement to specify an effective period for transferring Post-9/11 educational assistance to dependents.
Key points
Veterans who transferred fewer than 12 credits after a school closure can more easily receive continued educational benefits.
Written certification of transferred credits and acknowledgment of consequences for transferring 12 or more credits are required.
The requirement to specify an effective period for transferring Post-9/11 educational assistance to dependents has been eliminated.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-05-18
100%
For 412
Against 1
Abstain 0
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6604
Sponsor: Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16]
Process start date: 2022-02-04
Voting date: 2022-05-18
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 203
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans Eligible to Transfer School (VETS) Credit Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6604.

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 2022-02-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans who transferred fewer than 12 credits after a school closure can more easily receive continued educational benefits.
  • Written certification of transferred credits and acknowledgment of consequences for transferring 12 or more credits are required.
  • The requirement to specify an effective period for transferring Post-9/11 educational assistance to dependents has been eliminated.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 117-297.

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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