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Educational Aid for Service Members Discharged for COVID-19 Vaccine Refusal

This bill aims to ensure that service members discharged under honorable conditions solely for refusing a COVID-19 vaccine remain eligible for certain educational assistance programs. This means these individuals, despite their discharge, could access veteran educational benefits, potentially impacting their career and personal development opportunities after service.
Key points
Service members discharged for refusing a COVID-19 vaccine will be eligible for veteran educational assistance.
This change applies to both All-Volunteer Force and Post-9/11 educational assistance programs.
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Print number: 117_HR_6671
Sponsor: Rep. Fitzgerald, Scott [R-WI-5]
Process start date: 2022-02-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that a member of the Armed Forces, granted a general discharge under honorable conditions on the sole basis that such member failed to obey a lawful order to receive a vaccine for COVID-19, is eligible for certain educational assistance administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6671.

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 2022-02-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Service members discharged for refusing a COVID-19 vaccine will be eligible for veteran educational assistance.
  • This change applies to both All-Volunteer Force and Post-9/11 educational assistance programs.
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. Fitzgerald, Scott [R-WI-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 15 - 13.

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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